Northern Light Mayo Hospital to hold Safe Sitter class

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Babysitting is a serious responsibility, but with the right training, it can be very rewarding. Northern Light Mayo Hospital is holding a Safe Sitter, CPR, and first aid class on April 19-20 to teach local sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-graders the basics needed to become responsible sitters.

“This hands-on, interactive class will prepare students to successfully handle the challenges they may face when caring for children,” says Beth Weatherbee, BSN, M. Ed., staff development specialist, Mayo Hospital. “We’ll cover all of the fundamentals of babysitting, such as how to choose age-appropriate games and activities and how to start a babysitting business as well as safety topics including first aid and how to respond to an emergency.”

Students will receive Safe Sitter, CPR, and first aid certifications upon completion of the two-day class.

The class will be held at the Sebec/Borestone Conference Rooms at Northern Light Mayo Hospital. Students are asked to bring a lunch on both days. A closing ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the class on April 20 at 3 p.m. Students will present posters, demonstrate hands-on skills, and receive their certificates.

A fee of $125 covers two days of instruction and all materials needed to complete the class. To register, please email beweatherbee@northernlight.org or call 207-991-6051.