2019 Weekend classes
Important to note:
If the class is remote, Host Families pay for the class and what is included. Au Pairs pay for any transportation, food, & lodging not included in the cost of the class.
Albany, NY College of St. Rose, at Silver Bay http://silverbayaupaircourse.com/
AP chooses subjects, see course descriptions. Lodging and meals are included in the average cost of $285. Each weekend plus homework, provides an au pair with 3 credits.
Brookville, NY Long Island University http://liu.edu/aupair
Weekend classes focusing on one topic. They offer transport from the train station at a certain times. Please see course descriptions. Average class cost of $250 and is based on receiving up to 3 credits. Lodging and meals are not included but can be purchased for $100.
New York City, NY Cultural Hi-Ways/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Classes meet on three weekend days spread out for several weeks with a break before the travel portion of the class. Class focus and tour locations include Niagara Falls, NYC, Montreal, Amish Country of PA, Boston, & Washington DC. Au Pairs earn either 32 or 40 hours with attendance for all classes & the tour, and completing the homework assignments. Prices range from $279 – $485 depending on number of classes and tour location.
New York City, NY UCLA Extension https://www.aupairclasses.org/new-york
Performing Arts (Theater/ Broadway, Music) or Visual Arts (Art Architecture, Photography) class offerings. 36 hours per class, Friday -Sunday for 295 +100 in fees. 72 hours for both classes for $500 +215 in fees. No housing or meals included.
White Plains, NY Pace University www.pace.edu/eli/westchester/j-1-au-pair-student
3 course offerings – American Studies through Film, Cross Cultural Communication, American Humor, Tourism. 20 credit hour class: 9-5 pm Sat & Sun for $200. 40 hour credit class: weekend class & research essay requirement for $365. No housing, but free parking.
Purchase, NY SUNY Purchase www.purchase.edu/ell
Explorations in American Life and Language – courses focused on English language in business and culture classes. Weekend options: 20 hours or 40 hours towards your U.S. government education requirement. No housing available, but short-term parking available.
West Harrison, NY Fordham University www.fordham.edu/aupair
Classes focus on Psychology and Marketing presently. Weekend classes with pre- assignment options for 20 hours ($225) or 40 hours ($375) if research paper is also submitted. Free Parking.
New Rochelle, NY Iona College http://www.iona.edu/Student-Life/Student-Experience-Activities/International-Student-Services/ESL-General-Au-Pair-Program.aspx
2 class offerings –American Pop culture and The Real You-Fulfilling Your Dreams. Each class has a 2 or 3 credit option depending on completing a multipage assignment. 2 credit class costs $225, 3 credit course costs $350. Lunch served both days, class runs from 9am – 5:45pm each day. No housing available.
Boston, MA Bunker Hill Community College https://www.aupairclasses.org/boston
2 classes offered – Discover Boston and Make a Difference. Receive up to 45 hours for a 3 day course, $295 + $60 in fees. Up to 90 hours for both classes for $500 +115 in fees. No housing provided, however local recommendation listed on site with discount code.
Fairfield, CT Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Classes meet on three weekend days spread out for several weeks with a break before the travel portion of the class. Class focus and tour locations include Niagara Falls, NYC, Montreal, Amish Country of PA, Boston, & Washington DC. Au Pairs earn either 32 or 40 hours with attendance for all classes & the tour and completing the homework assignments. Prices range from $279 – $485 depending on number of classes and tour location.
Stamford, CT Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Classes meet on three weekend days spread out for several weeks with a break before the travel portion of the class. Class focus and tour locations include Niagara Falls, NYC, Montreal, Amish Country of PA, Boston, & Washington DC. Au Pairs earn either 32 or 40 hours with attendance for all classes & the tour and completing the homework assignments. Prices range from $279 – $485 depending on number of classes and tour location.
Morristown, NJ Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Classes meet on three weekend days spread out for several weeks with a break before the travel portion of the class. Class focus and tour locations include Niagara Falls, NYC, Montreal, Amish Country of PA, Boston, & Washington DC. Au Pairs earn either 32 or 40 hours with attendance for all classes & the tour, and completing the homework assignments. Prices range from $279 – $485 depending on number of classes and tour location.
New Brunswick, NJ Rutger’s University http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/aupair/
Classes tailored to Au Pairs. Topics include American Food, Childcare topics etc. 8:30-4:30 on Saturday & Sunday. $390 for 3 CEUs, includes materials, breakfast, and lunch. Certificate upon completion. No housing but onsite parking, free shuttle from NJ transit train station. See website for full details.
Millersville, PA Millersville University
Amish Culture studies in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. 36 hours of coursework from classroom discussion, field trip and pre and post work assignments. $350 for tuition, registration, materials, and excursion fees. Housing not available, but main office is open to contact for suggestions. Class runs from Friday at 3pm – 4pm on Sunday.
Massachusetts Bay Community College / East Coast Adventures http://www.massbay.edu/journey/
“Journey through North America” class – class room learning and trip for 3 CEUs.
Montreal, Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Quebec City & Washington DC. APs responsible for visa/ passport requirements for any travel to Canada. See site for dates & pricing.
Washington, DC Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Au Pairs earn 36 hours Prices range from $279 – $485 depending on number of classes and tour location. Classes meet at Trinity Washington University. See website for more details.
Washington, DC University of the Virgin Islands www.uviprogram.org
http://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0040-0016-856f3de29a2043ed8c7ded072bb2faf7
American History classes, Exploring DC with a walking tours, Sign Language, Personal/ Career Development, Movie making, Understanding politics etc. Saturday & Sunday for 20 hours/ 2 CEUs for $275. Class occurs at the Smithsonian Museums. See website for details. Additional classes in Maryland.
Washington, DC Virginia International University http://viu.edu/sels/programs/adult-esl.html#Museum
One day classes at Smithsonian Museums and private are galleries. Classes typically run 10:30am – 3:30 pm. The museum classes are $40/class, and students earn 0.5 CEUs. For new students, there is a one-time administration fee of $20. There is no textbook. See website for details.
Washington, DC George Washington University Http://www.WBLseminar.wordpress.com
Women’s Business Leadership. Focused on leadership, mentorship, professional communication, & goals. Pre- and post-class assignments. 36 hours towards requirement. $360 early registration price / $375 late registration price + $25 materials fee.
Washington, DC University of the District of Columbia Community College www.aupairclasses.org
Learning to live your American Dream. 45 hours for 3-day weekend class $295 + $60 (materials and registration fees). Discount offered for enrolling in multiple classes during registration. No housing or meals available through the school, but discount at local hostel with a discount code. Details on class website.
Towson, MD Towson University www.towson.edu/elc
Class options focus on Pop culture, English grammar, or the Baltimore area. APs should sign up at least one week before the class as field trips tickets may need to be ordered in advance. 3 credit class, pre- class assignments approximately 16 hours’ worth of homework. No lodging or meals provided. $300 +$25 application fee.
Richmond, VA University of Richmond
Under Language and Culture Studies: http://spcs.richmond.edu/noncredit/language-culture/index.html and Under Cultural Studies: http://spcs.richmond.edu/noncredit/language-culture/culture.html
Under humanities-culture: http://spcs.richmond.edu/noncredit/areas/humanities-culture/cultural-enrichment.html
Please see course descriptions. The average cost of $325 is based on 3 credits. Less expensive, shorter one day opportunities are available for less credits. No lodging available but, website references to local hotels at a special rate.
Chapel Hill, NC University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill www.humanities.unc.edu
“Adventures in Ideas: Weekend Seminars” Lectures and optional meal. Several offerings focusing on Global Urban Life, American Christianity, African American Music, Mapping the Ancient World etc. See website for more details. Tuition by deadline $110 – $125, late registration $125 – $140. Meals $15-20. Discounts for multiple registrations. No housing or transportation available.
Charleston, SC Trident Technical College
http://www.tridenttech.edu/ce/programs/catalog/charleston-history-and-culture.htm
Southern culture, history, language, landmarks. Learning takes place in and out of the classroom. Includes graveyards (ghost stories). Late Friday – Sunday. 30 hours, for $325. Registration includes fees for events, but not food or lodging. Hostel information available on site.
Tampa, FL Hillsborough Community College www.aupairclasses.org
Multiple classes, see website for details. 40 hours each. $295 Tuition + $50 materials fee. Late registration penalty is $50. Discount offered for enrolling in multiple classes during registration. Housing is not included in price of tuition, but can be arranged as a convenience. Housing cost depends on length of stay and accommodations chosen. See site for details.
Nashville, TN University of the Virgin Islands http://www.uviprogram.org/
Psychology: The power of Language and Thoughts. This course will focus on control and mastery of emotions, impulses and actions to achieve personal goals through mind mapping and visualization. Successful completion of the course requirements will earn the student 40 hours or 4 CEU’s. $335 course fee for on time registration.
Chicago, IL Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC).
http://www.campusce.net/learningacrossamerica/category/category.aspx
Learning Across America. Classes meet on three weekend days spread out for several weeks with a break before the travel portion of the class. Class focus and tour locations include Chicago and New Orleans. Au Pairs earn either 32 or 40 hours with attendance for all classes & the tour, and completing the homework assignments. Prices range from $279 – $459 depending on number of classes and tour location. Classes take place in downtown Chicago at Loyola University. Airfare to/from New Orleans is not included in cost of tuition. See website for more details.
Chicago, IL UCLA Extension www.aupairclasses.org
Discover Chicago and Make a Difference class offerings. Receive up to 45 hours for a 3-day weekend class for $295 + $50 food, materials and activity fee & $10 registration fee. Discount given for multiple class sign up at registration. No lodging available, but website refers to local hotels. Pre and post assignments required for completion certificate.
Chicago, IL Illinois Institute of Technology
https://www.kentlaw.iit.edu/news/2017/new-course-american-legal-system-in-popular-culture
The American Legal System in Popular Culture is a six-credit course offered to students seeking an introduction to the American legal system and how it is portrayed in modern media. The course is targeted at au pairs who are interested in a broad understanding of the nation’s legal system and its role in shaping American culture. $500, 3-day weekend. See site for details, no housing available.
New Orleans, LA Tulane University
36 hours earned while learning about New Orleans. Class and local transportation pass $289. Class, local transportation pass, accommodations and breakfasts $459. Class costs do not include transportation to New Orleans.
Boulder, CO University of Colorado http://iec.colorado.edu/aupairs see “course descriptions”
This intensive weekend course for au pairs focuses on the business of tourism. Participants explore tourist destinations and visit local businesses and attractions for analysis and discussion. As a final project, teams develop a tourism campaign promoting Boulder to people from their home countries. $450 includes tuition, activity fees, Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Sunday lunch, Saturday bus pass. 36 hours earned which includes pre-and post-assignments. Class is held 6 -9pm Friday, 9-5 Saturday and 9-4 on Sunday. Travel to/from airport and hotel package options available. See site for full details.
Salt Lake City, UT Utah Valley University https://www.aupairclasses.org/salt-lake-city
Make a Difference and Discover Salt Lake City. Some au pairs have complained this class focuses heavily on the Mormon religion that is prevalent in Utah. $500 tuition and $115 in fees. Housing option available for additional fee – $120 per student for 3 nights in a shared bed or $180 per student for your own bed in a shared room. Transportation information on site.
San Francisco, CA Cultural HiWays/ Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)
Learn about the history and culture of San Francisco in the class room and around town. Classes take place at City College of San Francisco. $299 includes course, materials and activity fees. See site for details.
San Francisco, CA University of California https://www.aupairclasses.org/san-francisco
50% class time / 50% city experience via museums etc. Pre- class assignments as well as post class assignments required to receive certificate. 2 courses offered, up to 45 hours each- $295 for one discount for registering for multiple classes at the same time. No housing or meals available through the school.
San Francisco, CA University of the Virgin Islands www.uviprogram.org
Photography class offered periodically. Check site calendar for upcoming classes.
Los Angeles, CA UCLA Extension www.aupairclasses.org
American culture and history with a focus on entertainment and the arts focusing on either performing arts or visual arts. Friday – Sunday class, $405 for class, materials/ activities, & registration fee. No housing provided, but lodging locations recommended by school upon registration.
Los Angeles, CA University of the Virgin Islands www.uviprogram.org
Sign language course, 4 CEUs. Lodging available that includes a Saturday night hotel stay in the registration fee. See site for more details.
San Diego, CA University of California https://www.aupairclasses.org/san-diego
50% class time / 50% city experience via museums etc. Pre- class assignments as well as post class assignments required to receive certificate. 2 courses offered, up to 40 hours each – $295 for one. Discount for registering for multiple classes at same time. This class involves more written assignments than San Francisco class. Housing and meals available for an additional fee.
Big Island, HI UCLA Extension https://www.aupairclasses.org/hawaii
“Explore our Environment” pop up course offering 72 hours over a 6 day course offered in June 2019. $975 to cover tuition, registration, shared accommodations, 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, transportation and entry to sites during field trip, course materials, and supplies. Au Pairs responsible for their own airline flights. See site for complete details.