Ms.Lisa, you can also apply for work visa which is issued to an alien who comes to China for a post or employment, and his/her accompanying family members.

Please prepare the following documents and submit them to the Visa Office of the Embassy or Consulate -General which holds consular jurisdiction over the state where you reside;
1. A valid passport as well as a copy of its information page: Your valid passport must have at least six (6) months of remaining validity with at least one blank visa page in it.
2. Application form: One completed Visa Application Form (Q1)
3. Photo: one recent photo of 2*2 square inch (black & white or color is acceptable) glued or stapled on the application form.
4. A visa notification issued by the authorized Chinese unit or proof of kinship, e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc, is required for the accompanying family members.