First Responder - Emergency Medical Services
Program Overview
Gain real-world experience as a first responder through a hands-on internship or volunteer placement in Emergency Medical Services with Minga House Foundation. Train under the supervision of experienced paramedics and healthcare professionals while developing essential skills in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Expect to:
● Learn to assess patients, perform life-saving interventions, and s...
Gain real-world experience as a first responder through a hands-on internship or volunteer placement in Emergency Medical Services with Minga House Foundation. Train under the supervision of experienced paramedics and healthcare professionals while developing essential skills in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Expect to:
● Learn to assess patients, perform life-saving interventions, and stabilize various emergencies (trauma, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, accidents)
● Practice CPR, airway management, wound care, splinting, medication administration, and proper use of equipment such as defibrillators and stretchers
● Build critical skills in teamwork, communication, and quick decision-making during real-life medical situations
● Strengthen your understanding of empathy, prof...
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Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Disaster Relief
- Health
- Public Health
- Social Work
- Translation
Updated Apr 8, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Manizales, Colombia
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Disaster Relief
- Health
- Public Health
- Social Work
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-35
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
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