Parents' Guide to International Education Programs

Education is the most valuable asset for a child and as a parent you will be nothing but concerned about providing the best available opportunities to your child. Foreign universities provide quality education along with a lot of exposure. Student life abroad makes you child self-sufficient and your child learns much more than just what the syllabus consists of. Despite all these facts, sending children abroad is a cause of concern for most parents. Most parents go through boatloads of anxiety, worry and stress. However, thankfully, it need not be this way. Worrying about your child will only make your child weak, both morally and emotionally. An opportunity to study abroad is as good as a reward for your child's hard work. As a parent, you should motivate your child and prepare him/her to face life's toughest of challenges.

It is quite natural that you worry about the facilities and overall comforts of your child. However, you should also consider that your child too can experience anxiety and stress. So, right from the preparation, till the coming back after completing the course, you should stand for your child, imparting moral support all the way. You can help your child to understand the cultural difference between the two countries. This will act as a shield, preventing your child from experiencing a 'cultural shock'. It is important to keep the lines of communication open always between you and your child during the entire span of time. It is quite natural that a person will take time to adjust with new social and economic systems and also food and climatic conditions and for this, you need to support your child guiding him/her to get out of complex situations every time. Going through complex situations and coming out of it, will definitely help your child to develop problem solving capacities. Moreover, your child as an individual can become more flexible, develops more skills and become highly competitive.

This section acts as a guide to how parents should be dealing with issues that arise when their children leave home to be a part of international education programs or international study programs.

Preparation Tips for Parents Before Departure of Student
The opportunity to study abroad can be an overwhelming experience for your child, but for parents it can also be a great matter of concern. As a parent you might be concerned about the food, accommodation, facilities, climate, social and cultural differences, etc. However, all of these are not valid excuses to let a golden opportunity slip from your hand.