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Nursing and Pre-Medicine in Colombia

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Program Overview

Take your education beyond the classroom with a hands-on clinical experience in Colombia, a country known for its vibrant culture, rich biodiversity, and evolving healthcare system. This university-affiliated program allows nursing and pre-medical students to complete clinical hours in real-world settings—including hospitals, community clinics, and rural outreach initiatives.

You’ll work alongside Colombian healthcare professionals, interact directly with patients, and experience both modern medical practices and traditional natural medicine in local communities. This immersive experience strengthens your clinical skills while deepening your cultural awareness and adaptability.

Develop your medical Spanish, explore holistic approaches to care, and gain insights into global health practices. Learning about traditional remedies and healing methods will broaden your clinical perspective and prepare you to serve diverse populations with greater empathy and understanding.

Whether you're preparing for medical school or launching your nursing career, this program offers more than training—it offers a meaningful professional and cultural journey.

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Program Highlights

Shadow and assist health professionals while comparing Colombian and U.S. medical practices, with the option to develop a research project.
Contribute to public health by helping create educational materials and reviewing internal processes for improvement.
Assist with daily tasks and carry out duties assigned by your site supervisor, contributing to smooth operations while gaining practical experience in a real work environment.
Experience daily life in Colombia by working or interning at diverse worksites, gaining hands-on experience while immersing yourself in the local culture and professional environment.
Participate as a bilingual assistant with ISL’s Global Health Teams when available, enhancing cross-cultural collaboration.

What's Included

Some Program Activity Costs
Training
Certificate of Completion
Some Equipment
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manizales, Colombia

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Phone/Video Interview

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months

Starts At

$300-600

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What is the minimum service duration?

Plan and prepare at least 21 days before arrival. A minimum 14-day stay is required, with at least 32 hours of service. Work 6–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, preferably 4 days a week.

What skills and traits are required for this role?

We look for individuals with a strong interest in community health, excellent communication, a proactive and positive attitude, and the ability to work responsibly and independently.

What are the available start dates?

The program is available year-round, from January through December.

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