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Take your enthusiasm and passion for learning
and helping people to Ecuador, where you can work on a medical
project that will allow you to experience first-hand the Latin
America healthcare system.
You and your group members can spend 2 weeks
to 4 weeks providing assistance to doctors and nurses in local hospitals
and medical clinics. Depending on Spanish level and experience,
you will be able to rotate through the emergency room, pediatrics,
obstetrics, internal medicine, and even surgery, gaining experience
by both observing a variety of procedures, and at times providing
direct assistance to the physicians.
*** Please note that specific details, such as
exact work hours and the type of work, can only be determined
by expertise, skills, and attitude. Also, some programs do
have special requirements that are need to be accepted.
Positions and start dates are limited.
To reserve your placement, click
here.
Eligibility:
* At least 18 years old
* Be a native English speaker
* Posses an intermediate level of Spanish
* Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Ecuador
* Medical experience is helpful but not required
* Volunteers must bring a white lab coat and scrubs
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Location:
Placements are located in hospitals in Quito, Manglaralto
and Ibarra. Groups of 10 may be placed in two different hospitals
within the same city.
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Length
of program: 2 weeks to 4 weeks
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Start
dates: 1st & 3rd Monday of each month
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What
you get:
Accommodations:
During your volunteer project, you will live
with a local host family. You will be provided with 2-3 meals
a day. You will also have additional access to laundry facilities
nearby should you choose to use them. You may live in a host
family by yourself or with a group of other volunteers.
Visa Documentation:
Most tourist visas are valid for up to 90
days. If you are interested in a longer program, we will assist
you in applying for a visa extension of another 90 days. Please
note that you will need to apply for any visa extensions in
Quito, and our in-country representative will assist you.
We recommend checking with your local Ecuadorian consulate
for the most up to date visa information.
Language
Classes:
Optional language classes are available in
Quito. Language classes are a great way to be introduced to
a new country and improve your Spanish skills. Classes are
held prior to starting your volunteer work and will be held
in groups of 5 or less. Classes are 15 hours per week (3 hours/day)
and include homestay accommodations and meals.
Summary:
* Pre-departure orientation
* Guaranteed Volunteer Placement
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Travel medical insurance
* Airport pickup
* Transfer to your accommodations
* Arrival orientation
* Accommodations and meals
* Full-time local representative in Ecuador
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)
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Price:
AIDE is a non-profit organization. Donations contributed in
excess of the fair market value of services you receive from
AIDE may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.
Group of 5
2 Weeks: USD$ 1,300 per person
4 Weeks: USD$ 1,595 per person
Group of
10
2 Weeks: USD$ 1,200 per person
4 Weeks: USD$ 1,400 per person
*If you wish to travel to Ecuador solo
and participate in a medical project, we can accommodate this
request as well.
Language Classes
Fees
1 week: USD$ 400
2 weeks: USD$ 800
3 weeks: USD$ 1,200
Prices are subject to changes. Prices do
not include airfare, visa fees and personal expenses.
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Any questions?
* Request
more info
* Call our toll free: 1 866 6ABROAD
* Chat
with us live
You might also consider
volunteering in: Costa Rica
• Peru • Thailand
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