Every au pair in Virginia 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 Virgina experience even more enriching. And thanks to the state’s rich education system, au pairs in Virginia 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 online 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.
Weekend classes:
Au Pair Weekend – multiple locations and online
Learning Across America courses – multiple locations and online
Silver Bay – Silver Bay, Albany, and The College of St. Rose (NY) and online
Classroom Au Pair – multiple locations and online
East Coast Edventures – multiple locations
Long Island University– Brookville and online
Schools in Virginia that offer in-person and online classes accepted by our program include the following:
Evergreen Academy– Annandale
Northern Virginia Community College – Annandale/Alexandria/ Loudoun/ Manassas/Woodbridge/Reston
Piedmont Virginia Community College– Charlottesville
University of Mary Washington– Fredericksburg
Hampton University– Hampton
University of Richmond– Richmond
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