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Costa Rica - Health and Medical Care in San Jose

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Provide medical healthcare for those in need while volunteering in the lively city of San Jose in Costa Rica! Within this unique program are two different placement options: healthcare and medical care. The healthcare option is for students studying health sciences, nursing, and pre-med. The medical care option is for licensed medical professionals or individuals finishing medical school. For a...

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Program Highlights

Volunteer in the vibrant city of San Jose!

Participate in Spanish Language Immersion, Surf School, Scuba Diving Certification, and other add-on activities.

Gain Spanish language proficiency through staying with a host family.

Provide health and medical care to vulnerable communities in need of assistance.

Make memories you will never forget.

Quick Details

Locations
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Hospital
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Intern Abroad ProgramTop Rated Provider 2023 - Notable MentionInnovation in Sustainability Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.73

Total Reviews

3

Memorable times

by: Lyne Soroka Sarrazin - CanadaProgram: Costa Rica - Health and Medical Care in San Jose
9

Nothing compares to these types of volunteering projects. Nothing. Traveling is fun but immersing yourself in a culture is another story in itself. With Maximo Nivel I was able to learn the local language, cultural rules and have the opportunity of eating the food. Super good food by the way. Living with a family can be scary but I am happy that I was not alone. I super duper recommend learning the local lingo before heading out. It will be essential to say the least. Just have fun. Appr...

Had a blast!

by: James Steggles - United KingdomProgram: Costa Rica - Health and Medical Care in San Jose
8

Volunteered at a care home for dementia patients in San Jose for three weeks. I had done very little volunteering of this type before, but I absolutely loved it! All of the staff and patients were wonderful and I learned a lot about compassion.

Great experience

by: Alexandra Gendlina - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica - Health and Medical Care in San Jose
10

I had a really geat experience with this company. My placement was amazing and I loved working with the residents and staff. All of my accomadations were well taken care of. overall my experience has been amazing.

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Eco Tours
  • Scuba
  • Tours

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • 1 Year
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Transcript

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