About
Have you ever dreamt of traveling the world, but don’t have the money to start? Do you have experience working with children and a desire for new experiences? It sounds like working as an au pair abroad is perfect for you!
An au pair is someone who travels to another country to work in the household of a family and help with childcare. Au pairs work in exchange for food, boarding, and a weekly salary that allows them to travel and learn while they are abroad.
This course will give you a thorough introduction into the world of working as an au pair, from visa requirements to setting boundaries with the family, language struggles and homesickness. Get a crash course in what you need to know to make your experience abroad that much more successful.
In this internationally accredited online course, you will learn:
- What an au pair is
- What the duties of an au pair are
- What the visa requirements to work internationally are
- How to apply for work as an au pair
- What to consider when writing your contract
- Important skills and habits for adjusting to life abroad
- What you need to consider when leaving your role
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- What is an Au Pair?
- Au Pair Responsibilities
- Why become an Au Pair?
- Structure of the course
- What to expect
- Top Ten Things to Consider Before Becoming an Au Pair
Module 2: Visas and Requirements
- Requirements in the United Kingdom
- Requirements in the United States
- Requirements in France
- Requirements in Germany
- Requirements in Spain
- Requirements in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand
- Requirements in other European countries
- Requirements in China
- Requirements in Korea
- Requirements in Chile
- Conclusion
Module 3: Getting Started
- Starting Early
- Experience and Specializations
- Picking your au pair family
- Building Your Resume
- Making First Contact
- Interview Time!
Module 4: Contracts, Hours, and Wages
- Writing Up a Job Contract
- Deciding Hours
- Wages
- Language Requirements
- A typical week as an au pair
- Conclusion
Module 5: Adjusting to Life Abroad
- What to pack
- International Considerations
- Settling In
- Setting Boundaries
- Communicating with the Parents
- Keeping Clear Hours
- Setting Clear Expectations
Module 6: Adjusting To A New Country
- Culture Shock
- Language Struggles
- Homesickness
- Socializing and making friends
Module 7: Saying Goodbye
- Bringing your time abroad to an end
- Renewing the Contract
- Breaking the Contract
- Your Next Step
Career
Who is this course for?
- Anyone who is interested in pursuing a career as an au pair, but isn’t sure where to start.
- Childcare workers or those who love spending time with children who want the opportunity to travel while they work.
Career path:
- Learn a new language and put this experience on your resume to show employers your adaptability.
- Get significant experience in childcare that can help you work towards a career as a daycare provider or teacher.
Certification
Vous devrez suivre chaque leçon dans son intégralité et répondre aux examens à la fin de chaque module de cours. Si votre taux de réussite dépasse 55 % à chaque examen, vous avez alors droit à un certificat de réussite ou à d'autres options d'accréditation pour reconnaître votre réussite.
La plupart de nos cours vous rapporteront des crédits via la formation continue (CE) / le développement professionnel continu (CPD). Les points CE/CPD sont acceptés et reconnus par les organismes membres professionnels et les établissements universitaires aux États-Unis et dans le monde.
Tous les cours sont accrédités par l'International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) et l'Association internationale des collèges privés d'enseignement professionnel (www.iapcc.org). Lorsqu'ils terminent avec succès un cours, les étudiants peuvent choisir d'acheter un certificat ICOES reconnaissant la réussite auprès de cette institution tierce.
Au Pair Abroad 
10 étudiants. Accrédité par ICOES. Certifié par IAPCC et CPD.
10 étudiants.
Accrédité par ICOES.
Certifié par IAPCC et CPD.
About
Have you ever dreamt of traveling the world, but don’t have the money to start? Do you have experience working with children and a desire for new experiences? It sounds like working as an au pair abroad is perfect for you!
An au pair is someone who travels to another country to work in the household of a family and help with childcare. Au pairs work in exchange for food, boarding, and a weekly salary that allows them to travel and learn while they are abroad.
This course will give you a thorough introduction into the world of working as an au pair, from visa requirements to setting boundaries with the family, language struggles and homesickness. Get a crash course in what you need to know to make your experience abroad that much more successful.
In this internationally accredited online course, you will learn:
- What an au pair is
- What the duties of an au pair are
- What the visa requirements to work internationally are
- How to apply for work as an au pair
- What to consider when writing your contract
- Important skills and habits for adjusting to life abroad
- What you need to consider when leaving your role
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- What is an Au Pair?
- Au Pair Responsibilities
- Why become an Au Pair?
- Structure of the course
- What to expect
- Top Ten Things to Consider Before Becoming an Au Pair
Module 2: Visas and Requirements
- Requirements in the United Kingdom
- Requirements in the United States
- Requirements in France
- Requirements in Germany
- Requirements in Spain
- Requirements in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand
- Requirements in other European countries
- Requirements in China
- Requirements in Korea
- Requirements in Chile
- Conclusion
Module 3: Getting Started
- Starting Early
- Experience and Specializations
- Picking your au pair family
- Building Your Resume
- Making First Contact
- Interview Time!
Module 4: Contracts, Hours, and Wages
- Writing Up a Job Contract
- Deciding Hours
- Wages
- Language Requirements
- A typical week as an au pair
- Conclusion
Module 5: Adjusting to Life Abroad
- What to pack
- International Considerations
- Settling In
- Setting Boundaries
- Communicating with the Parents
- Keeping Clear Hours
- Setting Clear Expectations
Module 6: Adjusting To A New Country
- Culture Shock
- Language Struggles
- Homesickness
- Socializing and making friends
Module 7: Saying Goodbye
- Bringing your time abroad to an end
- Renewing the Contract
- Breaking the Contract
- Your Next Step
Career
Who is this course for?
- Anyone who is interested in pursuing a career as an au pair, but isn’t sure where to start.
- Childcare workers or those who love spending time with children who want the opportunity to travel while they work.
Career path:
- Learn a new language and put this experience on your resume to show employers your adaptability.
- Get significant experience in childcare that can help you work towards a career as a daycare provider or teacher.