Medical Elective - Mental Health and Wellbeing

There are many opportunities for volunteer placements in the Health care sector, and these experiences are suitable for students on health care related courses.

Check out the following :-

https://travelteer.co.uk/

https://www.challengesabroad.co.uk/

https://www.knowledge4change.org/

https://themightyroar.com/

All companies provide a holistic programme giving you the opportunity to observe local consultants, doctors and nurses working on various wards and clinics. Volunteers can also observe a number of traditional treatments. Volunteers will have the opportunity to enhance their skill sets via mentorship from local professionals as well as enjoying the vibrant cultural landscapes.

The experience is suitable for students on health care related courses. You may be able to claim Turing funding to help support you on this opportunity (minimum 28 day excluding travel duration)

More information is available from suglobal@staffs.ac.uk

 

Costs

  • Living Expenses – Accommodation/Meals/Local Transport from £29 per day
  • Flights to destination from approx £900
  • Charitable Donations may be required
  • Registration fees may be required
  • Visa – if required
  • Vaccinations – if required
  • Travel Insurance
Duration
2 weeks - 6 months
Departure date
Ongoing
Return date
Ongoing
Application deadline
Ongoing
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