Affordable Online Au Pair Training Course
Stand out, get hired faster, and build a career families trust with online au pair training.
At The Au Pair Club, we know how important it is to keep children safe and happy. We also know what families look for in an au pair.
That’s why we created our Online Au Pair Training Course to help you get trained, feel confident, and get hired faster so you can look after someone’s precious little one ☀️
The Au Pair Training Course takes only 5 hours to complete. You’ll get lifetime access to the Au Pair Academy, an internationally recognised certificate, and access to our Global Job Portal to apply for local or international au pair jobs.
Whether you’re just starting out or want to upgrade your skills, the au pair training course is your solution to becoming the trusted au pair families are looking for.
Au Pair Training Duration & Format
- Length: The Online Au Pair Training Course is 5 hours long
- Type: Online, self-paced
- Device needed: Mobile, tablet, or computer
- Includes: Certificate, employment opportunities, childcare training
5 ★★★★★
May 27, 2025
What an awesome journey with the Au Pair Training Course. The course is an eye opener. I’m looking forward to the other five. It’s really exciting. I recommend this particular course and others too for anyone who is interested in working with children.
IM
Ingrid Mule…
Google
Au Pair Training Course Price
The online Au Pair Training Course costs just R600 (about $30 USD), which includes:
- 📄 An internationally recognised certificate
- 🌍 Free access to our Global Job Portal for local & international opportunities
- 🕐 Lifetime access to our Au Pair Academy
- 🧠 Training in childcare, communication & family trust
Can I join from my country or city?
Yes! We are a global childcare platform, so we welcome students across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, and throughout South Africa 🇿🇦.
We also welcome students from across Africa 🇨🇫 and around the world 🌎
What You’ll Learn in The Au Pair Training Course
Here’s exactly what you’ll learn in the Online Au Pair Training Course:
📁 Au Pair Training Introduction
- What is an Au Pair?
- What is a Tutor?
- What is a Nanny?
- What is a Governess?
🔒 Legal & Admin Knowledge
- Understanding Your Contract
- Which Contracts to Avoid
- Understand Medical Leave
- Understand Breach of Contract
- Au Pair Petrol Guidelines
🧑🎓 Becoming an Au Pair
- Requirements & Qualifications
- Au Pair Duties Explained
- Typical Au Pair Salaries
- How to Gain Experience
✅ How to Prepare Your CV
- How to Write a Cover Letter
- How to Write a Professional CV
- How to Respond to an Interview Request
😊 Nailing the Interview
- Preparing For Your Interview
- What to Do at the Interview
- What to Wear to the Interview
- Common Interview Questions
- What to Say (and What Not to Say)
- How to email after the interview
- What to say in the email after the interview
- Understanding the Probationary Period
- How to Handle Being Dismissed
💼 Working with Au Pair Agencies
- How to Choose the Right Au Pair Agency
- What to Look for (and What to Avoid)
- Where to Apply
- Asking the Right Questions
🚶️ Starting Your Au Pair Job
- Your First Day as an Au Pair
- What to Pack and Bring
❤️ Understanding Families
- Divorce & Family Dynamics
- Managing Parents
- Helping Children with Change
- Creating a Calm Environment
🌟 Child Safety and First Aid
- Emergency Basics
- First Aid Essentials
- Childcare Safety
- How to React in an Emergency
🧠 Supporting Emotional Growth
- Teaching Children Emotions
- Managing Tantrums & Outbursts
- Handling Anger & Fear
🎯 Confidence & Motivation
- Teaching Confidence
- Helping Kids Set Goals
- Motivating Children
⏳ Time & Stress Management
- Managing Your Time as an Au Pair
- Tips for Reducing Stress as an Au Pair
- How to Help children De-Stress
🍝 Child Nutrition
- How to Pack a Healthy Lunchbox
- Allergies & Safe Snacks
- Picky Eaters & Meal Ideas
⛔ Bullying & Abuse Awareness
- Types of Bullying
- Signs of Abuse
- What to Do & Who to Tell
🏋️ Conflict & Professional Growth
- How to Handle Conflict
- Being professional in the Home
- Body Language & Communication
🚗 Fun Activities & Games For Little Sunshines
- Indoor & Outdoor Games
- How to Engage Kids in a Safe Way
5 ★★★★★
Feb 08, 2026
Au pair training is genuinely beneficial and enlightening, really addresses important topics and equips you with knowledge. Also it’s very well written and explained.
AE
Ayesha Es…
Google
What You’ll Get With Your Au Pair Training Course
- 📄 A Recognised Certificate:
Download your Au Pair Training Certificate instantly when you finish. - 💼 Access to our Global Job Portal:
We’ll automatically add you to our Global Job Portal to apply for local and international jobs. Free access included. - 📈 Higher Earning Power:
Certified caregivers earn more. Families pay for trained caregivers. You’ll be that. - 🤝 A CV Families Trust:
Trained caregivers get chosen first. Your certificate proves you’re serious.
What Are The Benefits of Doing the Au Pair Training?
The Online Au Pair Training Course changes more than your CV. Here’s what changes for you.
- 💰 Earn More: Trained caregivers earn higher rates than untrained babysitters.
- 😊 Feel Confident: Walk into any interview knowing you’re trained and ready.
- 📜 Protect Yourself: Understand your contract, so no family can take advantage of you.
- ⭐ Get Chosen: Families pick certified caregivers and ignore candidates with no training.
- 🤝 Be Trusted: Parents relax knowing their children are in trained hands.
- 🚀 Build A Real Career: Turn babysitting into a professional career path families respect.
Who Is The Au Pair Training Course For?
The Online Au Pair Training is perfect if you’re:
- 👶 Perfect for 18-year-olds starting their first job.
- ⭐ Ideal for aspiring au pairs with no experience.
- 🎓 Essential for nannies without formal training.
- 🍼 Great for babysitters ready to go professional.
- 📚 Perfect for gap year students seeking childcare work.
- 💼 Changing careers? This au pair course helps
- ❤️ Love working with children? Start here.
Trusted Since 2016 with Au Pair Training
Join over 3,000+ childcare professionals across South Africa and abroad who chose The Au Pair Club. Many completed their training and started building their careers the very same day.
Then:
- ✅ Qualified in just 5 hours
- ✅ Added a recognised certificate to their CV
- ✅ Applied for jobs the same day
- ✅ Everything in one place. Learn, certify and apply.
Families will love your professionalism and will choose YOU over other candidates to care for their little sunshines 🌈 😊
