Canada Safety Council
Home Alone Course
A practical course for children who are ready to stay home alone for short periods with more confidence and a safer routine.
Course content
Skills that help kids feel safe and ready
The Home Alone Course teaches routines, safety awareness, problem solving, and emergency basics for children who are starting to stay home alone for short periods.
It is designed to give families peace of mind and help children develop independence in a careful, age-appropriate way.
Topics
What children learn
- House keys, routines, and responsibility
- Strangers and telephone safety
- Emergencies and basic first aid
- Fire safety and internet safety
- Student reference materials
Graduation
Kids leave with a manual and certificate
Families can also book siblings at reduced rates when appropriate, and the course is a great fit for children who need a gentle introduction to being home alone.
Learning moments
A little colour, a little confidence, and three ways to show up
These images keep the page lively while giving each card its own visual identity.
Activity break
Safety first
Local support