Edu-Pal China
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- GYA Accredited Since: Unaccredited by the GYA. Please see the Standards for more information.
- COVID-19 Plans: In-person only
- Enrolling:
- App Deadline:
- Next Available Departure? Sep, 2024
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Mission Statement:
Edu-Pal China offers an immersive language/cultural exchange experience between English-speaking young adults, who are eager to discover Chinese language and culture, and like-minded Chinese host-families, who are interested in sharing their home and learning English (or another language).
This exchange program requests no program cost. Instead, participants will receive airfare compensation, monthly stipend, full-board, language courses, cultural enrichment experiences, TEFL training, travel insurance, program scholarship, and more. - Level of Independence/Supervision (mouse-over for definition):
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Program Locations
Typical Itinerary
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W e e k 1 |
Family time with your host family. | Personal day | Mandarin classes. Cultural excursions or events. Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Mandarin classes. TEFL workshop. Weekly meeting with your facilitator. | Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Family time with your host family. |
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W e e k 2 |
Family time with your host family. | Personal day | Mandarin classes. Cultural lessons. Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Mandarin classes. TEFL workshop. Weekly meeting with your facilitator. | Quality with host sibling after 4pm. | Family time with your host family. |
Cultural travels to Xi'an, Fujian, Cantonese town, and Guilin happen in March, June, September, and December. Please refer to cultural events blogs for the details for the cultural events and travel experiences. https://www.edupalchina.org/blog/categories/epc-events
Please check the program website for annually calendar.https://www.edupalchina.org/post/epc-cultural-events-curriculum-2020
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Program Details
- Program Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- Program Duration: Less than 2 months, Semester, Yearlong
- Program Cost: Paid
- Program Financial Aid: Yes
- Other Financial Aid Details:
Besides full-board accomodation, parcitipants receive monthly stipend, airfare compenstaion and progrom scholarship.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Cultural Immersion
- Immersive Language Learning
- Diverse Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Ability to Travel and Live Independently
- Personal Development and Reflection
- Global Awareness and Citizenship
- International Workforce Skills
- Intercultural Competence
- Resilience, Flexibility, Ability to Thrive in the face of discomfort
- More Engaged and Self-directed in their pursuit of learning and career
The Edu-Pal China program offers an immersive language/cultural exchange experience between English-speaking young adults, who are eager to discover Chinese language and culture, and like-minded Chinese host-families, who are interested in sharing their home and learning English (or another language).
You, as an Edu-Pal, would be considered as an 'older sibling' to the child(ren) in your host family. Your primary focus would be to facilitate English learning in your home environment.
In exchange for your educational assistance, you will be offered the Chinese language (Mandarin) classes, cultural events, cross-country cultural excursions, and more! In addition to the full-board accommodation provided by your host family, you will also receive a monthly stipend and flight compensation & scholarship.
Edu-Pal support is one of our top priorities. Every Edu-Pal will have a program facilitator and a Peer-Mentor, to ensure that each participant is well supported.
We will be there for you every step of the way. When you arrive at the airport, you will see our faces waiting for you; when you meet your host family, we will be there to help you adjust to your new environment; when you have a question or concern, we will meet with you face-to-face or via text message, to support you with your needs.
Why choose Edu Pal China? Well, with our uniquely designed language curriculum, invaluable cultural events, and fantastic travel opportunities, you can expand your knowledge on Chinese language and culture much more efficiently than in your home country, or otherwise. What better way is there to learn, grow, and create a lifetime of memories in China, with a limited budget?
With your passion for language and your love for spending time with children, you are being offered a life-changing experience, which also reflects well on your resume!
Staff Training and Certification
Program director, Sarah Ma, has an academic background of teaching, qualified with Business Chinese teaching by LSE (London School of Economics and Political Science) and Confucius Institute.
Program facilitators have studied and worked abroad, with cross-culture communication skills and bilingual language skills. All members of our team get regular trainings on their particular fields.