Fees for summer 2008 are €419. These are the most competitive rates around...just take a look below at what you get:

What do you get?

• Transatlantic return flights to the international or regional airport nearest to your camp
• Minimum $920 pocket money for a 9 week contract
• 3 meals per day and accommodation on the days you are at camp
• Training and preparation prior to departure and upon arrival at camp. (Attendance at a pre-departure Preparation Day in the UK or Ireland is a mandatory part of the program)
• Camp Leaders Handbook
• J1 visa eligibility forms and assistance with J1 visa application
• 24-hour support whilst in the USA
• Time to travel in the USA after camp
• A rewarding, fun and life-changing experience!

Other Costs:

The US Government requires that everyone applying for a J1visa attends an in-person interview at the US Embassy (London) or US Consulate (Belfast). The fee for the visa application is $131 (which is paid to the US Embassy).

All participants are required to produce a enhanced criminal background check (valid from Jan. 2007 or sooner). If you already work with children, you may have an existing check (whether paid or voluntary). If not, please contact your local Garda about obtaining a check. Not all Garda stations in Ireland will issue a background check. If you cannot obtain one, please contact Camp Leaders and we will provide you with an alternative document to complete. The Garda may charge a fee for a background check, which you are responsible for paying.

Assistance with your Program Fees:

In the past some participants have had assistance with their fees from employers, from a voluntary club that they are associated with, from their local council, or from a variety of other volunteer support schemes. It is well worth a approaching anyone who you think may be able to assist. After all, the skills and experience you can acquire from a summer at camp will help you to develop as an individual and offer a better service to others in the future.

Breakdown Of €399

€35 - Interview Deposit

To be paid prior to interview. If you not accepted onto the Camp Leaders program, this fee is refundable.

€64 - Acceptance Fee

Payable at interview or within 7 days of acceptance to the Camp Leaders program. This is non-refundable if you cancel 7 or more days after acceptance.

€150 - Third Payment

€150 - Fourth Payment