Every au pair in New York must complete 6 academic credits at an accredited U.S. institution during their program year, giving them the chance to study and experience the American educational system. Host families are required to contribute up to $500 toward this requirement. If an au pair extends for an additional 6, 9, or 12 months, they must complete additional credits.
Whether your au pair decides to improve their English, continue classes in their area of study, or explore a new subject, these opportunities make the Cultural Care au pair New York experience even more enriching. And thanks to the state’s rich education system, au pairs in New York participants have access to community colleges, universities, and language courses—many of which offer flexible class formats and budget-friendly options.
Here are a few excellent choices:
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.
Long Island University: Provides dedicated weekend and online courses for au pairs, along with semester-long options like ESL/TOEFL review.
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 New York that offer in-person and online classes accepted by our program include the following:
Genesee Community College– Batavia
Queensborough Community College– Bayside
Monroe University– Bronx/ New Rochelle
CUNY Brooklyn College– Brooklyn
Kingsborough Community College– Brooklyn
Bryant & Stratton College– Buffalo/ Albany/Rochester/Syracuse/Western New York
Suny Erie– Buffalo
Villa Maria College– Buffalo
Nassau Community College– Garden City
LaGuardia Community College– Long Island City
Suny Orange County Community College– Middletown
Pace University– New York
Borough of Manhattan Community College– New York
Dominican College– Orangeburg
Dutchess Community College– Poughkeepsie
Purchase College– Purchase
Suffolk County Community College– Selden
Suny Ulster– Stone Ridge
Westchester Community College– Valhalla
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