Au Pair Enrichment Program
About the Program
The School of Continuing Studies (SCS) offers classes specifically created for Au Pairs seeking to develop and enhance their English language skills while living in the U.S. Courses are designed to provide a fun yet educational way for Au Pairs to practice their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, while enhancing grammar and vocabulary. Additional courses will explore English for Special Purposes.
All classes are held on the University of Richmond campus and taught by highly qualified instructors who utilize a variety of educational methods to lead effective and rewarding class sessions. Upon completion of the Au Pair Enrichment Program, each participant will be recognized with a Certificate of Achievement and will receive Continuing Education credits (CEUs).
Spring 2009 Offerings
Spring 2009 Au Pair Enrichment Courses will begin in February. Specific details including days, times and costs will be posted to this Web page when the information becomes available.
Fall 2008 Offerings: September 9 - December 11
Au Pair Course: Day
Course focus: speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, along with grammar and vocabulary.
This course will include instruction and practice in children's story-telling and behavior management. Guest speakers will also present information in specific areas of study. Intermediate Level
Course Number: AUP108.01/40333
Cost: $550 (includes books)
Dates: TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS - Sept. 9 through Dec. 11
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. |
Hours: 8.0 CEUs
Instructor: Josie Schmidt
Locations: Tuesdays in SPB 204; Fridays in JPSN 106
Au Pair Course: Evening - Option A
Course focus: speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, along with grammar and vocabulary. This course will introduce some English for Specific Purposes, which may include business correspondence, career development topics, resume writing, and other areas of special interest. Guest speakers will also present information in specific areas of study. Intermediate Level
Course Number: AUP108.02/40334
Cost: $550 (includes books)
Dates: TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS – Sept. 9 through Dec. 11
Time: 7-9 p.m. |
Hours: 8.0 CEUs
Instructor: Kandra Brummett
Location: JPSN 106
Au Pair Course: Evening - Option B
Course focus: English for Specific Purposes. This course is filled. Space is available in our other 3 course options. Intermediate / Advanced Level
Course Number: AUP108.03/40335
Cost: $550 (includes books)
Dates: TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS – Sept. 9 through Dec. 11
Time: 7-9 p.m. |
Hours: 8.0 CEUs
Instructor: Corinne Nguyen
Location: JPSN 108
Au Pair Course: Saturdays
Course focus: English for Specific Purposes. This course will introduce public speaking skills, career development skills including: job search strategies, resume writing, understanding the interview process, business correspondence. Au pairs will be encouraged to discover special areas of interest where additional coursework will focus on these specific topics. Intermediate / Advanced Level
Course Number: AUP108.04/40336
Cost: $225 (includes books)
Dates: Saturdays – Oct. 11 through Nov. 15 (6 sessions)
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
Hours: 3.0 CEUs
Instructors: Corinne Nguyen and Josie Schmidt
Location: SPB 204
Additional Details
- Assessment Tests will be given during the first week of fall classes.
- Online registration is recommended.
- Au Pairs earn CEUs (Continuing Education Units) for successful completion of the course. Please confirm with your Agency that these CEUs will satisfy your requirements while in the USA.
- SCS staff and instructors reserve the opportunity to recommend placement in appropriate levels where necessary, based on Au Pair levels of English proficiency and skills. We want to ensure that all Au Pairs derive the maximum benefit from the courses.
- Au Pairs will receive instruction at the University of Richmond campus. Total amount of hours for course completion will include a combination of in-class instruction, along with some work and assignments to be completed at home.
- No course sessions held during the week of Thanksgiving.
For More Information
For inquiries please call us at 804-287-6302 or send an email to mskammer@richmond.edu.
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