In Virginia, there are no specific state licensing requirements for babysitters. However, caregivers should be aware of general safety and health guidelines, including maintaining a safe environment and being trained in first aid and CPR. While not mandatory, it is advisable for babysitters to have certifications in child care and safety, which can enhance their credibility and ensure the wellbeing of the children they care for. Parents may also choose to conduct background checks for added safety.
If you are a teenager babysitting you don't need a license, but if you are an adult who is doing home care you will need a license from the state. Call your department of social services or nearest college early childhood education department and they can give the info.
A babysitting class, it's not like getting your Drivers License.
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This depends on where you live...
Greetings Folks, I'm a mom whose reviewing babysitting laws because my own daughter has reached babysitting age. From what I can tell you do not need a license to babysit your own flesh and blood. If however you are professionally babysitting other people's children, that is to say, running a daycare, then you do need a license. Anne
well im pretty sure that when you say babysitting license you intend on running your own daycare program. but i believe its just a document you get for daycares
You don't usually need a license to babysit, but if you feel that you need one, they may be given after babysitting courses, which are usually provided by local hospitals, but they will probably have a fee.
I dont think so becuse i have been babysitting for a bit and i sure dont have one but be prepared when doing the job :]
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At one time I was state certified and regeristed to babysit in state of Missouri and now am wondering what you have to do to get certified and regeristed in state of Virginia, I have a new granddaughter in Va and am thinking of moving and doing daycare again. Please let me know. Thank You
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Yes, I do! I don't plan on getting a license either!