All au pairs are required to take 6 credits during their year in the U.S., giving them the chance to study and experience the American educational system while they’re here. To help offset the cost, host families are responsible for contributing up to $500 toward their au pair’s education requirement. (If au pairs extend their time on the program for an additional 6, 9, or 12 months, they’ll take additional credits; 3 credits for a 6-month extension and 6 credits for a 9- or 12-month extension.)
We encourage au pairs and host families to explore educational options early on, as the year progresses quickly. Also, au pairs must complete their classes well in advance of the end of their first year in order to extend their time on the program.
Some au pairs decide to take classes in their area of study or ESL, while others prefer to learn about something totally new or just for fun. The good news is, there are lots of educational opportunities available to au pairs in Florida!
Au pairs are welcome to enroll in any college or university classes that align with their budget and schedule, as long as they are offered at an accredited post-secondary institution. Some schools offer classes specifically tailored to the au pair experience. Here are a few excellent options:
Hult international Business School: Offers online classes in business, communication, and leadership, designed to enhance an au pair’s cultural exchange journey and equip them for success in any professional environment.
Au Pair Weekend: Au Pair weekend offers weekend courses combining learning with activities, community engagement, and field trips. The programs are offered in major U.S. cities including Miami, FL.
Silver Bay Au Pair Courses: Offers online and combination (online and in-person) courses. Offerings include classes in personal and child development, American culture, music and the arts.
Other schools in Florida that offer in-person and online classes accepted by our program include the following:
South Florida State College– Avon Park
Atlantic Technical College– Coconut Creek
Broward College– Fort Lauderdale
Hodges University– Ft. Myers
University of North Florida– Jacksonville
Florida State College at Jacksonville– Jacksonville
The College of Florida Keys– Key West
Florida Gateway College– Lake City
Palm Beach State College– Lake Worth
North Florida College– Madison
Miami Dade College– Miami
Language On– Miami/Orlando
Institute for Academic and Career English– North Palm Beach
Valencia College– Orlando
Pensacola State College- Pensacola
Hillsborough Community College– Tampa
D G Erwin Technical Center– Tampa
By exploring these educational opportunities, au pairs in Florida can fulfill their program requirements, enhance their skills, meet new people, and enrich their cultural exchange experience.
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