Free Babysitter Training and CPR Class at Perry County Hospital

Perry County Memorial Hospital will host a free babysitter training and pediatric CPR class for young residents on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. The program will be held in the hospital Education Rooms and is open to ages 11 to 16. Two sessions are scheduled, from 8:00 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided for participants.

Registration is available by scanning the QR code on the local school newsletter or by calling 812 547 0191. The original listing also includes an email contact for questions and registration details. The event appears among other community calendar items, but its focus on child safety and youth training makes it particularly relevant to parents and teens aiming to complete certification before the new year.

The class serves immediate family needs by expanding the pool of locally available certified caregivers during a period when holiday and school break schedules increase demand for short term childcare. For parents balancing work and family obligations, having teens certified in pediatric CPR and babysitting skills can lower the transaction costs of finding trustworthy care at short notice. For teens, the training offers practical skills that can translate into informal earnings and early workforce readiness in local care markets.

Beyond the immediate benefits, community hosted trainings help reinforce public health preparedness. Widespread basic CPR competence among residents can improve bystander response in emergencies, which complements formal emergency medical services. Local investments in free training also reduce financial barriers to certification for families with limited resources, aligning with broader efforts to improve health equity and support workforce participation.

Perry County residents interested in the December 30 session should register promptly given limited session times. Parents and guardians can scan the QR code on the school newsletter or call 812 547 0191 for registration and additional details. The hospital sponsored offering is a timely, low cost opportunity to increase safety skills among Perry County youth heading into the new year.