"Arts & Entertainment" is offered in collaboration with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA Extension). This unique and exciting program will help you, as an au pair working in the United States, to gain the most from your American experience. The program can also satisfy the U.S. Department of State au pair educational requirement. Most au pairs can earn all the hours they need by completing two of our very affordable, 3-day weekend courses, plus pre-assignments.

Learn about American culture and history through an in-depth look at the fields of entertainment and the arts! Through a combination of classroom discussions, hands-on workshops, and field trips around Los Angeles, you will experience what “the creative capital of the world” has to offer. 

In addition to the Performing Arts track you have chosen, the "Arts & Entertainment" program also has a Visual Arts track that you can take on a different weekend.

Performing Arts: Theater, Music, TV/Film

Deepen your understanding of the performing arts through classes, hands-on workshops, and excursions throughout Los Angeles. Participate in workshops on drama and music, taught by artists in the field. Learn about the history of the film and TV industry, with a particular emphasis on Hollywood. You will have an opportunity to see a live performance, as well as tour some of the most famous theaters and concert halls in Los Angeles. Throughout the weekend, this course places an emphasis on creativity and the importance of using it in your personal and professional lives.

COURSE COST

"Arts & Entertainment," Performing Arts track, 3-Day Weekend

Up to 36 education hours - equivalent to 3 credit hours* 

$295 tuition, $10 registration fee, $100 materials/activities fee

*Check with your au pair agency regarding hours and credits, as requirements vary.  

Please Note: A $50 late registration fee applies when registering after May 28th.

CLASS MEETING SCHEDULE

Friday: 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. (check-in is at 10:30 a.m.)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Attendance is mandatory during the times listed above.

COURSE WORK

In addition to attending all hours of class time, you must complete three pre-assignments to prepare before coming to Au Pair Weekend. This will be done through an educational program called Canvas. Be sure to use the same email address for Canvas as the one you will use to register for this class.

There are no post-assignments to complete for this course. If you have completed all of your pre-assignments and all of the weekend activities, you will receive a certificate for 36 educational hours (the equivalent of 3 credit hours) at the end of the weekend.

• Coursework includes classroom hours, activities, excursions, plus arts and entertainment-related assignments throughout the weekend.  
• Pre-assignments help prepare you for class. Register early so that you'll have plenty of time to complete your pre-assignments. Assignment details will be sent to you after you register. If you DO NOT receive an email within 24 hours of registering for a course, it is your responsibility to email your Program Coordinator to ask for the pre-assignment instructions.  
• Check with your au pair agency concerning hours and credits, as requirements vary with different agencies. 

HOUSING

Housing is not provided or arranged for students who attend a weekend course. Click here for accommodation suggestions and additional information.

PARKING  

Please visit the Los Angeles APW city page for directions and parking options.

CONTACTING YOUR PROGRAM COORDINATOR 

You may contact your Program Coordinator, Savannah Benefield, by email or phone, but email is preferred.

Email: [email protected]