Want to arrive in Korea ahead of the game? Take the Pyeongtaek Living 101 Course before you arrive and then sign up for workshops once you are here. It’s a great way to make the most of your time living in South Korea. Keep reading to learn more about the online course for integration in Korea.
Don’t Wait To Get Started: Everyone Welcome
Are you planning to move to Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea, or have you recently arrived? The Pyeongtaek Living 101 online course is your key to a smooth and confident transition into your new life in Pyeongtaek.
Pyeongtaek Living 101 partnered with South of Seoul in 2024 to create this exclusive course designed by local international residents with over 14 years of living in the area designing integration information for new residents. Therefore, the online course provides you with insider knowledge and practical tools to help you quickly feel at home.
We aren’t saying it’s going to be fun (the material is pretty dry) but it is going to feel very important once you arrive. You will have the foundation to better understand all the new struggles that you face in building a life in Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea.
Why You Should Register Now
- Immediate Impact: This course equips you with essential skills to navigate local services, connect with your community, and settle in comfortably within weeks of your arrival. Taking it before you arrive in Korea means you have the basic information you need to hit the ground running.
- Easy and Free Access: The course is designed in Google Classrooms. Anyone with a Gmail account can signup and take the course for free thanks to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pyeongtaek City, and the Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundation.
- Earn a PIEF Certificate: Complete the quizzes for all 4 classes in the Pyeongtaek Living 101 Courses and PIEF will issue you a completion certificate. Completing the certificate provides early registration access for future events, workshops, and classes in Pyeongteak.
What You’ll Gain:
- Residency Essentials:
- Learn how to better navigate South Korean systems for online shopping, banking, identity verification, and more. It’s still going to be a challenge, but at least you have a strong foundation of knowledge.
- Learn the value of getting your Foreigner Registration Card and the access it provides for your life in South Korea.
- Explore Pyeongtaek:
- Benefit from the experiences of international residents with over 13 years in South Korea.
- Discover how to find the best neighborhoods, local events, public transportation, parks, and restaurants for you and your family.
- Learn the basics of how to use apps like Naver Maps to make daily life easier and more convenient. You need this because Google isn’t going to work like you think it will.
- Home & Living Tips:
- Get practical advice on managing your home life in Pyeongtaek-si, from grocery shopping and recycling to home maintenance.
- Explore educational options and personal transportation tips that will make your transition smoother.
- Build Your Community:
- Discover various community groups and organizations tailored for international residents.
- Learn how to connect with others and build lasting friendships in Pyeongtaek.
Is this Course Helpful for People NOT Living in Pyeongtaek?:
Absolutely, almost everything in this course also applies to folks in every city across the country. Maybe the specific links to places won’t help, but the foundational information will improve your life.
Watch the Following Video to See How to Use the Classroom
Wondering how the classroom works? We’ve created an explainer video to walk you through how to take the course online.
Ready to Start?
It takes just two minutes to register for the class and start learning about your new life in Pyeongtaek-si – Sign in to the Google Classroom Today!
Why This Course is Unique
The Pyeongtaek Living 101 course offers localized information directly from experts and residents who know the community best. Developed in collaboration with the Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundation (PIEF) and South of Seoul volunteers, the curriculum is grounded in over a decade of research and real-life experiences from the international community in Pyeongtaek. This course provides practical advice and direct connections to local resources, making your transition to Pyeongtaek as smooth as possible.
Pyeongtak Living 101 is a PIEF (Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundation) Program that supports international residents living in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do. The program provides classes, workshops, and information to make integration into Korean life smoother.
The Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundation (PIEF), established in 2014, is a key organization in promoting global exchange and fostering international relations in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. PIEF’s mission centers around enhancing cultural understanding and cooperation, especially with the United States Forces Korea (USFK), local foreign residents, and citizens of Pyeongtaek, with the goal of becoming a globally recognized city.
PIEF operates three main centers: the Paengseong International Community Center, Songtan International Community Center, and the Pyeongtaek English Education Center. These centers provide various services, such as language education, cultural programs, and support services for foreign residents. The foundation focuses on strengthening the ROK-US alliance through community-building events, cultural festivals, and educational programs that aim to integrate both locals and international residents. Additionally, PIEF facilitates programs to support foreign residents in Pyeongtaek by providing interpretation, legal and immigration counseling, and other resources to help them settle in Korea.
By organizing diverse programs, such as the Global Supporters and Global Citizenship Fostering initiatives, PIEF actively promotes cultural exchange and global citizenship among Pyeongtaek’s residents. The foundation also seeks to enhance the city’s global reach through collaborations with other cities worldwide and through public diplomacy initiatives, aiming to position Pyeongtaek as a leading international city in Korea.
