As part of their visa requirements, au pairs are required to take classes at an accredited institution of higher learning, which generally would be a college or university. They can take any course they want, and it can be for credit or as part of a continuing education or extension program.

Au Pair in America is the only program that is authorized by the State Department to offer an online option through UCLA, APIA Advantage, which focuses on American culture, and also has a volunteerism component. Many au pairs have enjoyed this option, which comes around a few times a year.

Many au pairs want to take English classes, which can be found at most of the schools in the area. You can take English classes through community education, but these classes won’t count toward your requirement.

There is a list under links of some of the local colleges where au pairs have gone in the past. If you have questions about anything, please give Jennifer a call!