meets over a longer
period of time but only meets for an hour or two weekly, the Aupair may choose
to use the classroom weeks method to determine compliance.
Host Families must
provide up to $500 toward the Aupair's effort to fulfil the educational
requirements of the program. These funds can be used toward tuition and
registration costs as well as for course related books and materials. They
cannot be used toward the costs associated with an internship, volunteer work,
sports or sporting equipment, vacations or activities for their Aupair. Au
Pairs need to take caution and use this money wisely. In some cases it may be
necessary for the Aupair to pay for classes should the cost of classes exceed
the $500 provided by the Host Family.
Aupairs are required to
complete an Aupair Educational Component Verification Form for each
class taken during his/her year and to submit it with a copy of any certificates
given by the instructor or institution to his/her Local Coordinator. At the end
of the year, the Aupair will receive a Certificate of Completion from
his/her Local Coordinator provided the Aupair has completed the educational
requirements.
Aupairs who chose not
to participate in this important aspect of the program are in violation of the
program regulations and terms of the J-1 visa. These individuals may be asked to
return home at their own expense and will forfeit the year-end Completion
Bonus. Additionally, Aupairs who have not completed their educational
requirements may not be considered candidates for a year-end Certificate of
Completion or Completion Bonus.
C. INSURANCE COVERAGE
As part of the program
guidelines, Aupair USA provides each Aupair with health insurance from the day
they enter the country until the conclusion of their 12th month with
the program . This insurance carries $100 one-time deductible. This means that
the Aupair is responsible for the first $100 of medical costs should he/she
require the services of a doctor or hospital. During the New York City based
training program, Aupairs are given information regarding the insurance policy
and information on how to file a claim for reimbursement of medical expenses.
Medical receipts relating to doctor visits or medications should be retained
until the deductible is reached and then sent directly to the insurance company
for processing.
Aupair USA utilises the
services of an outside insurance claims processor and claim forms are to be sent
directly to this organisation. Should an Aupair experience any difficulties
with regard to his/her insurance coverage, the New York staff of Aupair USA may
provide assistance.
D. ISSUES WHICH MAY ARISE DURING THE YEAR
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