Babysitter's Training Class to be Held Dec. 29
News Release: Dec. 18, 2009
Contact: Janice Osborne, Director-Communications and Marketing
American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley
(610) 865-4400, ext. 262; pager (610) 830-9771


The American Red Cross will hold a Babysitter's Training class on Tuesday, Dec. 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at its office at 2200 Avenue A, Bethlehem.

Combining video, participant's handbook, activities, and hands-on skills training, this course teaches 11- to 15-year-olds how to: respond to emergencies, perform first aid, identify common safety hazards, make responsible decisions, manage young children, and feed, diaper, and care for infants. Fee is $50.

To secure a place in the class, please register at least seven days prior to the start date of the class. You can register by phone at 610-865-4400, ext. 247; online at www.redcrosslv.org; or in person at the Red Cross office, 2200 Avenue A, Bethlehem, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Registration is payable by check to "American Red Cross" or credit card (MasterCard, VISA or American Express).

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley serves residents of Carbon, Lehigh and Northampton counties. Last year the Red Cross helped more than 70,000 people through preparedness and training, military personnel support, senior lifesaving programs and services, emergency relief and information and referral. For more information about the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley or volunteer opportunities, call (610) 865-4400 or visit www.redcrosslv.org.