{"id":8006,"date":"2022-04-25T07:09:46","date_gmt":"2022-04-25T07:09:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorius.se\/?page_id=4395"},"modified":"2024-05-01T06:08:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T06:08:19","slug":"how-it-works","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/plan-your-exchange\/how-it-works\/","title":{"rendered":"This is how it works"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"container mt-5\" id=\"step-1\">Step 1: Planning <\/h2>\n\n\n<!-- start::Country tabs -->\n<section class=\"country-tabs-section\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n\n        <div class=\"d-none d-custom-lg-block\">\n            <ul class=\"nav country-tab\">\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link active\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabAmIeligible\">Am I eligible?<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabVaccinations\">Vaccinations<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabChoosingyourdestinationprogram\">Choosing your destination &#038; program<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabApplyonlinetobookaconsulatation\">Apply online to book a consulatation<\/a><\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                                        <div id=\"tabAmIeligible\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Who can go on a high school exchange?<\/h3>\n<p>You need to meet a few other requirements to go on a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program. All our students must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be between 14\u201317 years of age*<\/li>\n<li>Still be enrolled in high school at the time of application, studying full time<\/li>\n<li>An Australian or New Zealand resident<\/li>\n<li>Australia: Most programs require students to have maintained the equivalent or better than a C grade average for the last two years (there are some programs that require a higher grade average)<\/li>\n<li>New Zealand: achieving a National Certificate of Educational Achievement at the appropriate level, or produce a statement from your school about anticipated levels of achievement when the certificate is awarded<\/li>\n<li>Be in good physical &amp; mental health<\/li>\n<li>Vaccination requirements vary by country, see next tab<\/li>\n<li>Be mature, flexible, and motivated \u2013 important qualities that will set you up for a successful exchange program!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have questions about the eligibility criteria for a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program? Contact us today. <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/contact-us\/\">Our high school exchange experts are here to help<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>*The age limit varies from country to country and program to program. For more information, please review the Quick Facts section at the bottom of each destination page.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721133004590x301-girls-patriotic.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabVaccinations\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <p><strong>USA:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Your host school in the USA will require additional immunisations for you to be considered up to date with their national immunisation program such as Meningococcal ACWY, TB test within 6 months prior arriving in the USA, etc. Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nCanada:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Your host country will require you to be fully vaccinated for Meningococcal (MenACWY). Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nOther countries:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<\/p>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/09\/2022092210132320220622134640celine-m1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabChoosingyourdestinationprogram\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Choosing your destination and program<\/h3>\n<p>Experience life as a high school student in the <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/usa\/\">USA<\/a>, ski after school in <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/canada\/\">Canada<\/a> or develop language skills whilst <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/france\/\">France<\/a>. Target a school that offers subjects that will help you prepare for university, or where you can play a favourite sport. Whatever your personal and academic dreams, we will match you with the high school exchange that is right for you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/programs\/\">We offer a wide range of destinations and programs to match different goals, needs and budgets<\/a>. Read more about the countries where we offer exchange programs and the options available.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721130933girls-by-the-beach-590x310-px.png\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabApplyonlinetobookaconsulatation\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Apply online<\/h3>\n<p>Ready to take the next step?  We can\u2019t wait to learn about your personal and academic goals, and what you are hoping to achieve on your high school exchange.  Book a consultation to start your exchange journey today!<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/apply-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Apply now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721135032girl-academics-classroom-590x310-1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div id=\"accordion\" class=\"d-custom-lg-none mb-3\">\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabAmIeligible\">\n                            Am I eligible?                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabAmIeligible\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Who can go on a high school exchange?<\/h3>\n<p>You need to meet a few other requirements to go on a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program. All our students must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be between 14\u201317 years of age*<\/li>\n<li>Still be enrolled in high school at the time of application, studying full time<\/li>\n<li>An Australian or New Zealand resident<\/li>\n<li>Australia: Most programs require students to have maintained the equivalent or better than a C grade average for the last two years (there are some programs that require a higher grade average)<\/li>\n<li>New Zealand: achieving a National Certificate of Educational Achievement at the appropriate level, or produce a statement from your school about anticipated levels of achievement when the certificate is awarded<\/li>\n<li>Be in good physical &amp; mental health<\/li>\n<li>Vaccination requirements vary by country, see next tab<\/li>\n<li>Be mature, flexible, and motivated \u2013 important qualities that will set you up for a successful exchange program!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have questions about the eligibility criteria for a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program? Contact us today. <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/contact-us\/\">Our high school exchange experts are here to help<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>*The age limit varies from country to country and program to program. For more information, please review the Quick Facts section at the bottom of each destination page.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721133004590x301-girls-patriotic.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabVaccinations\">\n                            Vaccinations                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabVaccinations\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <p><strong>USA:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Your host school in the USA will require additional immunisations for you to be considered up to date with their national immunisation program such as Meningococcal ACWY, TB test within 6 months prior arriving in the USA, etc. Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nCanada:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Your host country will require you to be fully vaccinated for Meningococcal (MenACWY). Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nOther countries:<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are required to be vaccinated and have received their standard childhood vaccinations for their age group. Covid-19 is recommended (not compulsory).<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/09\/2022092210132320220622134640celine-m1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabChoosingyourdestinationprogram\">\n                            Choosing your destination &#038; program                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabChoosingyourdestinationprogram\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Choosing your destination and program<\/h3>\n<p>Experience life as a high school student in the <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/usa\/\">USA<\/a>, ski after school in <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/canada\/\">Canada<\/a> or develop language skills whilst <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/france\/\">France<\/a>. Target a school that offers subjects that will help you prepare for university, or where you can play a favourite sport. Whatever your personal and academic dreams, we will match you with the high school exchange that is right for you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/programs\/\">We offer a wide range of destinations and programs to match different goals, needs and budgets<\/a>. Read more about the countries where we offer exchange programs and the options available.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721130933girls-by-the-beach-590x310-px.png\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabApplyonlinetobookaconsulatation\">\n                            Apply online to book a consulatation                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabApplyonlinetobookaconsulatation\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Apply online<\/h3>\n<p>Ready to take the next step?  We can\u2019t wait to learn about your personal and academic goals, and what you are hoping to achieve on your high school exchange.  Book a consultation to start your exchange journey today!<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/apply-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Apply now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721135032girl-academics-classroom-590x310-1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!--end::Country tabs-->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"container\" id=\"step-2\">Step 2: Interview<\/h2>\n\n\n<!-- start::Country tabs -->\n<section class=\"country-tabs-section\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n\n        <div class=\"d-none d-custom-lg-block\">\n            <ul class=\"nav country-tab\">\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link active\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabMeetwithourexperiencedteam\">Meet with our experienced team<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabSaveYourSpot\">Save Your Spot<\/a><\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                                        <div id=\"tabMeetwithourexperiencedteam\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Book your no-obligation interview<\/h3>\n<p>You and your parents must have a hundred questions \u2013 probably more \u2013 about what it\u2019s like to be a high school exchange student, who we are and how our programs work, where you\u2019ll live and how much your exchange will cost. We have questions for you too, like what do you hope to achieve from an exchange, and what are your personal and academic preferences?<\/p>\n<p>Once you have seen one of our Information Session Webinars online, please book your interview with one of our high school exchange experts. It\u2019s free and there\u2019s no obligation. We ask that you set aside an hour and bring your latest grade report. This interview is important because it will give you and your parents the information you need to advance to the next step while allowing us to determine if you\u2019re ready for an exchange program ahead. Ready to proceed?  Please click Apply Now to book your interview!<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"\/events-and-webinars\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Join our webinar<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721133138girl-with-school-books-boka-en-kostnadsfri-studievagledning-285x145px-2.png\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabSaveYourSpot\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Save Your Spot<\/h3>\n<p>After the interview, we will decide if you\u2019re a good candidate for a high school exchange based on your grades and our assessment of your attitude and readiness for an exchange abroad. We\u2019ll let you know by email once we\u2019ve accepted you to our program. This email will also outline our program rules, terms and conditions, which you\u2019ll need to accept to secure your spot.*<\/p>\n<p><strong>Congratulations! You\u2019re going on a high school exchange<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve secured your spot, we\u2019ll assign you a contact person from Southern Cross Cultural Exchange who will guide and support you and your parents throughout the entire application process and for the duration of your exchange year. Your contact person will always be there for you \u2013 you can count on that.<\/p>\n<p><em>*Should you choose to not accept our program rules, terms and conditions, your spot will be given to someone else.<\/em><\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721135353590x310-boy-students-in-circle.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div id=\"accordion\" class=\"d-custom-lg-none mb-3\">\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabMeetwithourexperiencedteam\">\n                            Meet with our experienced team                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabMeetwithourexperiencedteam\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Book your no-obligation interview<\/h3>\n<p>You and your parents must have a hundred questions \u2013 probably more \u2013 about what it\u2019s like to be a high school exchange student, who we are and how our programs work, where you\u2019ll live and how much your exchange will cost. We have questions for you too, like what do you hope to achieve from an exchange, and what are your personal and academic preferences?<\/p>\n<p>Once you have seen one of our Information Session Webinars online, please book your interview with one of our high school exchange experts. It\u2019s free and there\u2019s no obligation. We ask that you set aside an hour and bring your latest grade report. This interview is important because it will give you and your parents the information you need to advance to the next step while allowing us to determine if you\u2019re ready for an exchange program ahead. Ready to proceed?  Please click Apply Now to book your interview!<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"\/events-and-webinars\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Join our webinar<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721133138girl-with-school-books-boka-en-kostnadsfri-studievagledning-285x145px-2.png\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabSaveYourSpot\">\n                            Save Your Spot                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabSaveYourSpot\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Save Your Spot<\/h3>\n<p>After the interview, we will decide if you\u2019re a good candidate for a high school exchange based on your grades and our assessment of your attitude and readiness for an exchange abroad. We\u2019ll let you know by email once we\u2019ve accepted you to our program. This email will also outline our program rules, terms and conditions, which you\u2019ll need to accept to secure your spot.*<\/p>\n<p><strong>Congratulations! You\u2019re going on a high school exchange<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve secured your spot, we\u2019ll assign you a contact person from Southern Cross Cultural Exchange who will guide and support you and your parents throughout the entire application process and for the duration of your exchange year. Your contact person will always be there for you \u2013 you can count on that.<\/p>\n<p><em>*Should you choose to not accept our program rules, terms and conditions, your spot will be given to someone else.<\/em><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721135353590x310-boy-students-in-circle.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!--end::Country tabs-->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"container\" id=\"step-3\">Step 3: Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n<!-- start::Country tabs -->\n<section class=\"country-tabs-section\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n\n        <div class=\"d-none d-custom-lg-block\">\n            <ul class=\"nav country-tab\">\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link active\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabApplication\">Application<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabYourplacement\">Your placement<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabVisaapplication\">Visa application<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabPreDepartureorientation\">Pre Departure orientation<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabProgramTermsConditions\">Program Terms &#038; Conditions<\/a><\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                                        <div id=\"tabApplication\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Complete your program application<\/h3>\n<p>Your program application is an important document that will be sent to our organisation and staff in the host country that will soon become your new home. In this application, you get to talk about yourself, your interests, and what you look forward to as an exchange student in your selected country.  <\/p>\n<p>Take the time to complete this application thoroughly and honestly. If you are going on a Classic exchange, your application will help our host families decide whether you are a good match for their home. If you are applying to a Select program, this document will be used to evaluate your academic background. <\/p>\n<p>You will receive instructions on how to complete and submit your program application. Remember that your Program Manager will also guide and answer your questions. <\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721131244dodgeball-590x310-1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabYourplacement\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>The placement process<\/h3>\n<p>Your placement process will depend on the program you have enrolled in.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Classic<\/strong>: With the Classic program, once your application has been reviewed and approved by our staff in your host country, the search for your future host family begins. You will be placed in a school close to where your host family lives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select<\/strong>: If you are going on the Select program, your application will first be sent to your chosen school for review and approval. We will let you know as soon as you are accepted and will start looking right away for a caring host family near your school of choice. Your Program Manager will call as soon as we have found the right host family for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                                                            <a href=\"\/plan-your-exchange\/host-family\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">About our host families<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721134919590x310-happy-host-family.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabVisaapplication\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Visa application<\/h3>\n<p>Some students will require a visa for their exchange programs.  These vary from country to country, the program duration, and which country passport you are travelling on.   <\/p>\n<p>Sounds complicated? Don\u2019t worry, we will help you with your visa documents to prepare your application. <\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabPreDepartureorientation\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Can\u2019t miss: Your Pre Departure Orientation<\/h3>\n<p>Preparation is key to a successful high school exchange. To make sure you are well-prepared for your once-in-a-lifetime experience, we will arrange a mandatory Departure Orientation meeting online prior to your departure. <\/p>\n<p>In the Departure Orientation session, you will learn what it\u2019s like to live with a host family and go to high school in another country. You will receive advice on how to navigate cultural differences as well as best practices for using social media while you are away. You will meet our staff and students who have recently participated on a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program.  <\/p>\n<p>The Departure Orientation is a mandatory information session that you and at least one legal guardian must attend. This important session will walk you through program rules and provide further guidance on living with a host family and adapting to a new school. It will prepare you for situations many high school exchange students experience, such as homesickness and cultural adjustment. <\/p>\n<p>Watch your emails for information about the time, date, location, and registration for your Departure Orientation. <\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721140652group-of-student-germany-490x300-1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabProgramTermsConditions\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <p>Please read our full Terms &#038; Conditions here<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/02\/20240221031316scce-terms-conditions.pdf\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">SCCE T&amp;Cs<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721134319outdoor-education-3-students-500x300-1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div id=\"accordion\" class=\"d-custom-lg-none mb-3\">\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabApplication\">\n                            Application                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabApplication\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Complete your program application<\/h3>\n<p>Your program application is an important document that will be sent to our organisation and staff in the host country that will soon become your new home. In this application, you get to talk about yourself, your interests, and what you look forward to as an exchange student in your selected country.  <\/p>\n<p>Take the time to complete this application thoroughly and honestly. If you are going on a Classic exchange, your application will help our host families decide whether you are a good match for their home. If you are applying to a Select program, this document will be used to evaluate your academic background. <\/p>\n<p>You will receive instructions on how to complete and submit your program application. Remember that your Program Manager will also guide and answer your questions. <\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721131244dodgeball-590x310-1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabYourplacement\">\n                            Your placement                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabYourplacement\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>The placement process<\/h3>\n<p>Your placement process will depend on the program you have enrolled in.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Classic<\/strong>: With the Classic program, once your application has been reviewed and approved by our staff in your host country, the search for your future host family begins. You will be placed in a school close to where your host family lives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select<\/strong>: If you are going on the Select program, your application will first be sent to your chosen school for review and approval. We will let you know as soon as you are accepted and will start looking right away for a caring host family near your school of choice. Your Program Manager will call as soon as we have found the right host family for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"\/plan-your-exchange\/host-family\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">About our host families<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721134919590x310-happy-host-family.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabVisaapplication\">\n                            Visa application                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabVisaapplication\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Visa application<\/h3>\n<p>Some students will require a visa for their exchange programs.  These vary from country to country, the program duration, and which country passport you are travelling on.   <\/p>\n<p>Sounds complicated? Don\u2019t worry, we will help you with your visa documents to prepare your application. <\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabPreDepartureorientation\">\n                            Pre Departure orientation                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabPreDepartureorientation\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Can\u2019t miss: Your Pre Departure Orientation<\/h3>\n<p>Preparation is key to a successful high school exchange. To make sure you are well-prepared for your once-in-a-lifetime experience, we will arrange a mandatory Departure Orientation meeting online prior to your departure. <\/p>\n<p>In the Departure Orientation session, you will learn what it\u2019s like to live with a host family and go to high school in another country. You will receive advice on how to navigate cultural differences as well as best practices for using social media while you are away. You will meet our staff and students who have recently participated on a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program.  <\/p>\n<p>The Departure Orientation is a mandatory information session that you and at least one legal guardian must attend. This important session will walk you through program rules and provide further guidance on living with a host family and adapting to a new school. It will prepare you for situations many high school exchange students experience, such as homesickness and cultural adjustment. <\/p>\n<p>Watch your emails for information about the time, date, location, and registration for your Departure Orientation. <\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721140652group-of-student-germany-490x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabProgramTermsConditions\">\n                            Program Terms &#038; Conditions                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabProgramTermsConditions\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <p>Please read our full Terms &#038; Conditions here<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/02\/20240221031316scce-terms-conditions.pdf\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">SCCE T&amp;Cs<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721134319outdoor-education-3-students-500x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!--end::Country tabs-->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"container\" id=\"step-4\">Step 4: Your Exchange Program<\/h2>\n\n\n<!-- start::Country tabs -->\n<section class=\"country-tabs-section\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n\n        <div class=\"d-none d-custom-lg-block\">\n            <ul class=\"nav country-tab\">\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link active\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabLettheexchangeprogrambegin\">Let the exchange program begin!<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabSoftLandingCamp\">Soft Landing Camp<\/a><\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link \" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabSupportthroughoutyourexchangeprogram\">Support throughout your exchange program<\/a><\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                                        <div id=\"tabLettheexchangeprogrambegin\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Let your exchange program begin!<\/h3>\n<p>This is it. You are all set to go on a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will set you up for success. Time to pack your bags!<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721131554football-590x310-1.jpg\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabSoftLandingCamp\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Soft Landing Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Your high school exchange will be off to a great start in our Soft Landing Camp, which may be included in your program price or available as an option for an added fee for some Academic Semester &#038; Year programs.  <\/p>\n<p>This popular camp will introduce you to your host country and to other newly arrived exchange students from different parts of the world. You will learn more about the local culture as well as the situations you are likely to encounter as a new exchange student. You will go sightseeing with our staff. By the end of the Soft Landing Camp, you will be ready to meet your host family and your soon-to-be new friends in school.<\/p>\n<h4>Camps in New York, Paris, London, and more<\/h4>\n<p>Which Soft Landing Camp will you attend? Read more about the different camps at each destination. These apply to long programs only \u2013 Semester &amp; Academic Year programs on some departures. Please check with your Program Manager for details.<\/p>\n<h5>North America<\/h5>\n<p>USA \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/usa\/#slc-new-york\">New York<\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Europe<\/h5>\n<p>Denmark &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/denmark\/#slc-copenhagen\">Copenhagen<\/a><br \/>\nFrance \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/france\/#slc-paris\">Paris<\/a><br \/>\nGermany \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/germany\/#slc-mannheim\">Mannheim<\/a><br \/>\nGreat Britain \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/uk\/#slc-london\">London<\/a><br \/>\nIreland \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/ireland\/#slc-dublin\">Dublin<\/a><br \/>\nItaly \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/italy\/#slc-milan\">Milan<\/a><br \/>\nNorway \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/norway\/#slc-copenhagen\">Copenhagen<\/a><br \/>\nSpain \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/spain\/#slc-barcelona\">Barcelona<\/a><br \/>\nSweden \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/sweden\/#slc-stockholm\">Stockholm<\/a><br \/>\nThe Netherlands &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/the-netherlands\/#slc-amsterdam\">Amsterdam<\/a><\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/202207211256202022071810194820220715092834soft-landing-camp-new-york-tab-2-soft-landing-camp-407x255px.png\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div id=\"tabSupportthroughoutyourexchangeprogram\" class=\"tab-pane fade\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Support throughout your exchange program<\/h3>\n<p>You will have guidance and support whenever you need it, at home and in your host country. In addition to your SCCE Program Manager and your parents, you will have a contact person at your destination who will be available throughout your exchange program. They will help introduce to your school and arrange events with other exchange students in your area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Always just a phone call away <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Should you have any questions or need help with local issues, your Local Coordinator in your host country will always be just a phone call away. They will check in with you at least once a month. For immediate help you can also contact our office in Australia and we will be here for you 24\/7.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange mt-4\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                                    <div class=\"tab-img-wrap\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" \/>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div id=\"accordion\" class=\"d-custom-lg-none mb-3\">\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabLettheexchangeprogrambegin\">\n                            Let the exchange program begin!                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabLettheexchangeprogrambegin\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Let your exchange program begin!<\/h3>\n<p>This is it. You are all set to go on a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will set you up for success. Time to pack your bags!<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721131554football-590x310-1.jpg\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabSoftLandingCamp\">\n                            Soft Landing Camp                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabSoftLandingCamp\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Soft Landing Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Your high school exchange will be off to a great start in our Soft Landing Camp, which may be included in your program price or available as an option for an added fee for some Academic Semester &#038; Year programs.  <\/p>\n<p>This popular camp will introduce you to your host country and to other newly arrived exchange students from different parts of the world. You will learn more about the local culture as well as the situations you are likely to encounter as a new exchange student. You will go sightseeing with our staff. By the end of the Soft Landing Camp, you will be ready to meet your host family and your soon-to-be new friends in school.<\/p>\n<h4>Camps in New York, Paris, London, and more<\/h4>\n<p>Which Soft Landing Camp will you attend? Read more about the different camps at each destination. These apply to long programs only \u2013 Semester &amp; Academic Year programs on some departures. Please check with your Program Manager for details.<\/p>\n<h5>North America<\/h5>\n<p>USA \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/usa\/#slc-new-york\">New York<\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Europe<\/h5>\n<p>Denmark &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/denmark\/#slc-copenhagen\">Copenhagen<\/a><br \/>\nFrance \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/france\/#slc-paris\">Paris<\/a><br \/>\nGermany \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/germany\/#slc-mannheim\">Mannheim<\/a><br \/>\nGreat Britain \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/uk\/#slc-london\">London<\/a><br \/>\nIreland \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/ireland\/#slc-dublin\">Dublin<\/a><br \/>\nItaly \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/italy\/#slc-milan\">Milan<\/a><br \/>\nNorway \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/norway\/#slc-copenhagen\">Copenhagen<\/a><br \/>\nSpain \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/spain\/#slc-barcelona\">Barcelona<\/a><br \/>\nSweden \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/sweden\/#slc-stockholm\">Stockholm<\/a><br \/>\nThe Netherlands &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/thisisscce.com\/destinations\/the-netherlands\/#slc-amsterdam\">Amsterdam<\/a><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/202207211256202022071810194820220715092834soft-landing-camp-new-york-tab-2-soft-landing-camp-407x255px.png\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"country-mobile-tab\">\n                        <div class=\"collapsed accordion-button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tabSupportthroughoutyourexchangeprogram\">\n                            Support throughout your exchange program                        <\/div>\n\n                        <div id=\"tabSupportthroughoutyourexchangeprogram\" class=\"collapse country-tab-content\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"country-tab-wrap tab-list-wrap list-unstyled\">\n                                <h3>Support throughout your exchange program<\/h3>\n<p>You will have guidance and support whenever you need it, at home and in your host country. In addition to your SCCE Program Manager and your parents, you will have a contact person at your destination who will be available throughout your exchange program. They will help introduce to your school and arrange events with other exchange students in your area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Always just a phone call away <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Should you have any questions or need help with local issues, your Local Coordinator in your host country will always be just a phone call away. They will check in with you at least once a month. For immediate help you can also contact our office in Australia and we will be here for you 24\/7.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/enquire-now\/\" class=\"btn text-nowrap btn-lg btn-orange my-3\">Enquire now<\/a>\n                                                        <div class=\"tab-img-wrap mt-3\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" alt=\"banner-img\" \/>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!--end::Country tabs-->\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-edu-common-banner common-banner-section mt-5 container country-detail-wrap\"><div class=\"common-banner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisisscce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/07\/20220721133414students-in-front-of-computers-1440x410-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-group container country-detail-wrap mt-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 id=\"step-5\">Step 5: After your exchange program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your experiences do not have to end when your high school exchange program finishes. Sign up as an ambassador \u2013 there are great ways to stay in touch and keep learning about people and countries around the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<!-- start::Country tabs -->\n<section class=\"country-tabs-section\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n\n        <div class=\"d-none d-custom-lg-block\">\n            <ul class=\"nav country-tab\">\n                                        <li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link active\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" href=\"#tabBecomeanambassador\">Become an ambassador<\/a><\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                                        <div id=\"tabBecomeanambassador\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-md-8 country-tab-wrap\">\n                                    <h3>Become an ambassador<\/h3>\n<p>Are you outgoing, driven and open to meeting young people who are curious about a high school exchange? We encourage you to become a Southern Cross Cultural Exchange ambassador. 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