UNH Extension Lists January Sullivan County 4-H Babysitter and CPR Trainings

Practical childcare and lifesaving training drew attention across Sullivan County this month as UNH Extension posted a slate of January 4‑H events for youth, parents and volunteers. The listings include an in-person babysitter workshop held in Grantham on Jan. 20, virtual education sessions scheduled across January, and a Heartsaver CPR course set for Jan. 26.

The Sullivan County 4‑H Babysitter Workshop in Grantham took place Jan. 20 and was offered to prepare teens and young adults for paid and informal childcare roles. Organizers framed the workshop as a way to strengthen local workforce readiness by giving young residents concrete skills they can apply when seeking summer jobs, weekend gigs or volunteering opportunities within town programs.

UNH Extension also promoted a 4‑H Virtual Education Series with multiple sessions across January 2026. Some virtual sessions have already run, while additional program dates continued through the month. The online format expands access for families who live farther from central meeting sites in Sullivan County, lowering time and travel barriers for volunteers and parents who manage work and school schedules.

A Sullivan County 4‑H Heartsaver CPR Course is scheduled for Jan. 26, offering community members a chance to gain certified CPR skills shortly after the Grantham babysitter workshop. For a rural county where emergency medical services can face longer response intervals, basic CPR training among residents and youth can be a practical public-safety investment that improves immediate response capacity in homes, schools and community events.

UNH Extension listed full event descriptions, times, contact information and registration links on its statewide All Events calendar and the Sullivan County office event list. Residents interested in registering, volunteering, or learning more can find those details at extension.unh.edu/all-events-list. The Extension materials are designed for parents, prospective babysitters, 4‑H volunteers and other community members seeking training or certification.

Beyond individual benefits, these trainings contribute to local economic resilience by increasing youth employability and reducing household risk. For Sullivan County employers and community organizations that rely on seasonal and part-time young workers, a steady pipeline of trained, certified teens helps maintain service capacity at after-school programs, daycare providers and local events. For families, accessible training options translate into safer childcare choices and a stronger pool of local caregivers.

Residents should consult the Extension event listings for remaining January dates and registration deadlines. Participation levels will shape how often similar offerings return, so signing up or contacting the Sullivan County Extension office will determine whether these practical trainings continue to meet local demand.