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Expand your knowledge and experience in the field of medicine in the beautiful Latin American countryside. Work alongside medical professionals in a community where your assistance is truly appreciated. Earn up to 30 hours of community service while building your skills in clinical settings. For this program, TFT partners with a non-profit organization dedicated to improving families' health in...

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Program Highlights

Donate your time and energy to meaningful medical based community service projects.

Shadow medical professionals and participate in a variety of health initiatives.

Swim, surf, and sunbathe while staying at a tropical paradise along the coast.

See the unique green volcanic lake of Poas Volcano.

See the abundant animal life that Costa Rica is famous for, including sloths, capuchins, howler monkeys, iguanas, parrots, toucans, and more.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Jaco, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered2024Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Health Education
  • Medicine
  • Public Health
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated High School Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - High School AbroadTop Rated Notable Mentions 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Details

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Locations

  • Jaco, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Work Experience

Availability

Years Offered: 2024

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • High School Junior (3rd Year)
    • High School Senior (4th Year)
    • High School 5th Year or More

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
    • Physical Exam/Health Records

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    Expand your knowledge and experience in the field of medicine in the beautiful Latin American countryside. Work alongside medical professionals in a community where your assistance is truly appreciated. Earn up to 30 hours of community service while building your skills in clinical settings. For this program, TFT partners with a non-profit organization dedicated to improving families' health in the developing world through innovative and self-sustainable health improvement programs. We will work side-by-side with medical professionals to help provide access to medical care for underprivileged and medically underserved families in Costa Rica. Some hands-on projects available may include collecting vitals, assisting with mobile clinics, and organizing health education meetings. To comp...

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