Overview
The Global Health and Medical programme from Cerca Abroad offers aspiring healthcare professionals a unique opportunity to explore diverse medical fields and make a tangible difference in underserved communities. Participants will shadow and collaborate with local medical staff across various clinical departments, immersing themselves in the realities of healthcare in a developing country.
Department Rotation:
Anesthesiology, Dialysis, Emergency Room, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Hematopathology, Intensive Care Unit, Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology, Radiology, Pediatrics, OBGYN
Associated career paths:
Physician, Nurse, Surgeon, General Practitioner, Orderly, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Occupational Therapist, Medical Scribe, Medical Administrator, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Radiologic Technologist, Phlebotomist, Anesthesiologist, Obstetrician.
Programme Structure
Daily Activities Include:
- Observing patient diagnoses and treatments across multiple departments.
- Assisting in routine tasks such as patient preparation, recordkeeping, and health education.
- Participating in public health outreach programs addressing pressing community needs.
- Learning about prevalent tropical diseases and healthcare challenges specific to Tanzania.
- Engaging with medical professionals to discuss case studies and healthcare strategies.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 14 days
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
All year round except for mid December to January end
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Arusha, Tanzania
Disciplines
Medicine Health SciencesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Must be 18 years old or over and preferably with least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, physics etc.
- Interns must have a genuine interest in medicine and commitment to observation of both surgical and non surgical procedures.
Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.
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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Cerca Abroad and/or in Tanzania, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1200 USD / full≈ 1200 USD / full -
Applies to you
Applies to youFree
Additional Details
- Starting from $1,200
Funding
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