Cohen Children’s Medical Center is a proud Safe Sitter® registered provider. Safe Sitter is a national nonprofit organization that provides life skills, safety skills and child care training for youth. Our Safe Sitter classes prepare students in middle school and high school to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. This program is offered both in person and virtually.

What does Safe Sitter Essentials cover?

This program covers:

• Safety skills
  • Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies.
• Child care skills
  • Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. Students also learn the ages and stages of child development, as well as practice diapering.
• First aid and rescue skills
  • Learning skills such as choking rescue is often students’ favorite part of the class. Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses.
• Life and business skills
  • The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays.

For more information about our Safe Sitter® Essentials classes, email ccmccommunityoutreach@northwell.edu.