Mental Health & Psych Care | Global Citizenship Diploma
Program Overview
Spend 6 or 12 weeks in Arusha, Tanzania, combining supervised mental health and psychiatric care experience with accredited Global Citizenship learning, cultural immersion and adventure!
Join a local hospital’s Mental Health Department, working alongside psychiatric-trained nurses, counsellors, psychotherapists, social workers and mental health practitioners. Depending on your experience and supervision, you may participate in clinical assessments, counselling and group sessions, treatment planning, client education, family support, case discussions and community outreach, gaining insight into mental healthcare within a resource-limited setting.
Alongside placement, explore cultural perspectives, ethics, inequality and sustainable healthcare, supported by personal development, Swahili, travel adventures and develop a Legacy Project.
Your Academy experience also includes weekly Tanzania adventures, safari and, on the 12-week program, Zanzibar, shared with an international cohort.
Complete the requirements to earn a Level 3 Global Citizenship Diploma alongside valuable international experience.
Please note: Participants must be enrolled in or qualified in a relevant field.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
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Quick Details
- 1-3 Months
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Social Work
Updated Sep 8, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Tanzania
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027, 2028, 2029
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Bachelor’s degree
- Associate degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-35
Duration
- 1-3 Months
Starts At
- 6 Weeks Fast Track Program: $7,995
- 12 Weeks Flagship Program: $10,995
Payment Terms
- Payment Plan
- Upfront Deposit
- Changes Allowed
Refund Policy
Partial Refund
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Who can join this Mental Health internship?
This is a professional internship pathway, so participants must be currently studying or already qualified in a relevant field, such as psychology, counselling, mental health, social work, psychiatry or a related healthcare discipline. Your experience and qualifications will determine the level of clinical involvement available to you.
How hands-on will I be at the hospital?
Your involvement depends on your education, experience and professional scope, as well as current patient needs. Opportunities may include assessments, counselling, case discussions, treatment planning, psychoeducation, family support and outreach. You'll always work alongside and under the supervision of Tanzanian mental-health professionals.
Is Tanzania safe, and what support will I have?
Your safety is a priority. You'll receive pre-departure guidance, airport pickup, secure accommodation with private security and 24/7 in-country support. Our local team coordinates your placement and included travel while helping you navigate transport, culture, health, nightlife and everyday life in Tanzania.
What is included in the program fee?
Almost everything! Your fee includes Europe return flights, visa, airport transfers, private-bathroom accommodation, daily meals, hospital fees, Level 3 Diploma, training, Academy learning, weekly adventures, cultural activities, safari and 24/7 support.* The 12-week program also includes Zanzibar.
No Sunday lunch, Vaccinations or Travel Insurance as this needs to be obtained by the individual
What does the overall Academy experience involve?
Think internship, gap year and Tanzania adventure rolled into one! Alongside your mental-health placement and Diploma, you’ll share safari, waterfalls, road trips, cultural experiences, social nights and weekly adventures with an international cohort. Add Swahili, personal growth and Zanzibar on the 12-week program — there’s always something happening.
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