Psychology and Mental Health Programme in Ghana
Program Overview
Are you a Psychology, Mental Health, or Social Work student looking for hands-on experience that will enhance your studies and career prospects?
This unique opportunity is ideal for university students, graduates, and master's students seeking field experience, research opportunities, and professional development in a global setting. Our volunteer programmes provide essential, practical experienc...
Are you a Psychology, Mental Health, or Social Work student looking for hands-on experience that will enhance your studies and career prospects?
This unique opportunity is ideal for university students, graduates, and master's students seeking field experience, research opportunities, and professional development in a global setting. Our volunteer programmes provide essential, practical experience while allowing you to make a real impact in developing communities on Ghana's south coast.
Gain experience in the mental health units of general hospitals, work with children on their mentoring and wellbeing, head into the community to tackle stigma, and work under doctors and nurses in a psychiatric hospital — all while immersing yourself in Ghanaian culture!
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Counseling
- Health
- Health Care
Updated Feb 13, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Ghana
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
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Unlike other companies in the field, Vocational Impact is a charity organisation and operates under UK-registered charity Arms Around the Child. Your programme fees go towards providing you with a safe, organised, and structured volunteer placement, as well as being reinvested directly back into our project partners.
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