Students encouraged to attend babysitting training

A baby sitter training class for teens ages 11 to 17 will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. Fri., March 13 and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., March 14 at the American Red Cross office, 2355 Portola Road, Ventura.

The two-session class will teach supervising children, feeding tips, age-appropriate games, bedtime and discipline issues. The course will cover resume writing and business card development. The first day will include CPR for children and infants. The second day will include first aid.

Cost is $20 for Friday, $50 for Saturday and $70 for both days. Participants will receive a certificate, emergency training reference guide, CD-ROM and training handbook. A baby sitter's essentials kit will be available for $12.

To make a reservation, call (805) 339-2234 or visit www.arcventura.org.