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Medical and Health Care Volunteering in Guatemala
Based in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, our Medical Volunteer Program is built on long-term partnerships with trusted local clinics and health initiatives. Our work is led by the needs of these organizations, so volunteers are placed where they are genuinely wanted and can contribute responsibly. Healthcare access in Guatemala is unequal, especially in rural and low-income areas. Volunteers work alon...
Based in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, our Medical Volunteer Program is built on long-term partnerships with trusted local clinics and health initiatives. Our work is led by the needs of these organizations, so volunteers are placed where they are genuinely wanted and can contribute responsibly. Healthcare access in Guatemala is unequal, especially in rural and low-income areas. Volunteers work alongside local professionals supporting mobile clinics, maternal and child health programs, nutrition outreach, sanitation workshops, and public health initiatives. Ethical volunteering is central: you will never work beyond your training but will gain hands-on, ground-level experience, learning how community-led healthcare operates. We carefully match each volunteer based on Spanish level, experie...
Program Highlights
Get matched with a project that fits your skills, experience, and goals - whether gaining healthcare experience, learning about public health, or making a real impact.
Work alongside grassroots clinics and health initiatives, support mobile medical and community programs, and build meaningful connections with local healthcare teams.
Live off the beaten path in Quetzaltenango (Xela), a highland city beyond typical tourist routes, offering authentic culture, stunning landscapes, and an immersive experience in Guatemalan daily life.
Improve your Spanish with one-to-one, pre-departure online lessons to help you communicate more effectively and connect deeply with patients, staff, and community members.
Spend your first week living with a local family, with home-cooked meals included, experiencing daily life in Guatemala while settling into your placement.
Quick Details
- Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
- 1-2 Weeks
- 1-2 Years
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- Community Development
- Counseling
- Culture See more
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Community Development
- Counseling
- Culture
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 1-2 Years
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Some Accommodation
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Home-stays
- Independent living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
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