Online courses
SPRING Semester is open!
Important Information for Online Classes
The U.S. Department of State allows au pairs to take one online course per semester. To earn all your credits, choose a 6-credit course or take a 3-credit in-person and a 3-credit online course in the same semester. Another option is to take two 3-credit online courses in different semesters.
Semesters: Spring (January-April), Summer (May-August), and Fall (September-December)
*Check with your agency or local area coordinator before registering.*
Current Courses
SPRING SEMESTER OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
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INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE COURSES
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Spring Semester now open for registration! Click the course title above to enroll any time.
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Registration will remain open until March 31, 2026.
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Students have until April 17, 2026 to complete their coursework.
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SUMMER Semester (May - August) will open for registration April 1, 2026.
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Self-paced. Our online courses are 100% online, open-enrollment, and pre-recorded. This means you can complete this course within the convenience of your own schedule. A 36-hour course will take 36 hours to complete, and a 72-hour class will take 72 hours.
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Offered in collaboration with Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC). They fulfill the educational requirements for J-1 visa holders.
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24 Hour Online Course Details
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Discover the U.S. and Your Community
36 Hour Online Course Details
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Arts & Entertainment (3 credits)
Discover the U.S.
Connect in the US: Exploring Cultural Exchange
Explore Our Environment
Intermediate English
Advanced English
60 or 72 Hour Online Course Details
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Discover & Connect in the U.S.
Discover & Connect in the U.S.
Intermediate & Advanced English
Arts & Entertainment (6 credits)
Mind, Body & Planet (6 credits)