Midwifery Elective Internship
Coordinator | Kormi
Coordinator | Kormi
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Highlights
Expand your clinical knowledge and skill set
Develop your confidence and resourcefulness
Build your personal and professional network
Sharpen your verbal and non-verbal communication
Become more attractive to employers
The birth of a child is one of the most miraculous events in a person’s life. On the Midwifery Volunteering/ Internship in Ghana project, you’ll work with experienced.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 17+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
The birth of a child is one of the most miraculous events in a person’s life. On the Midwifery Volunteering/ Internship in Ghana project, you’ll work with experienced midwives and expecting mothers to bring newborns into the world. Volunteers / Interns will also assist with antenatal care for up to four weeks after birth, giving them an incredible opportunity to make a significant impact for a new family. Being a volunteer / intern midwife in Ghana is a great way to experience care given to mothers in a developing country.
The hospital our NGO partner supports is seriously understaffed with roughly 150 births each month, but only a handful of midwives and student nurses to staff the labor ward. The lifetime risk or maternal death is 1 in 18 women in Ghana compared to significantly higher rates in more developed countries. Care for women in labor is something that is improving but women often still do not receive any antenatal care, often don’t receive any pain killers during their labor, and power cuts in hospitals often interfere with caring for the women.
As a volunteer midwife in Ghana you will be working in local hospitals shadowing local midwives and working closely with nursing students. While we cannot guarantee any hands on experience during your time in Ghana; pro-active and hard working volunteers / interns may be rewarded with the opportunity to get involved with routine procedures at the discretion of supervising doctors. You will gain valuable experience in a cross cultural environment to add to your resume/CV, medical school and university applications, or to simply expand your work experience. During your time in the hospital your timetable will be coordinated by the local doctors who you will be working with to give you the best experience possible.
Typical day
Your internship is possible in a hospital in urban or rural areas. During your internship, you can work in different areas and take on tasks according to your level of experience. This internship is only possible for female participants!
Free-time activities
- Swim in the clear waterfalls of the Volta region
- Go on safari to see Africa’s famous wildlife in Mole National Park
- Trek through the forest canopy in Kakum National Park and sleep up in a treehouse
- Explore the decaying slave forts found along the Cape Coast
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 17 years old on the program start date.
You need to speak English (basic level)
at College level
CV, Certificates and Photo
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Interest in medicine and neonatal health
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
08:00
- 16:00
What's Included
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Pre-departure support
- Airport pickup and Drop-Off
- Orientation
- Accommodation
- 3 Meals Daily
- Wi-Fi internet access
- Volunteer T-shirt
- Certificate of Participation
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
- Plane Ticket (s) /Air Fare
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Local transportation to and from program placement
- Weekend Trips
YearOut Africa's representative will be at the Airport (arrival hall) to pick you up when you arrive.
YearOut Africa provides a decent, clean and safe accommodation for all our volunteers / interns. All volunteers / interns will stay in YearOut Africa’s volunteer house accommodation consisting of comfortable rooms in a safe, conveniently located neighborhood. Lodging arrangements consist of modern toilet facility and running water. volunteers / interns will share a room together in gender-segregated group lodging.
Dorm Room
Guest Family
Bedroom (Single)
Volunteers / inters will be served three healthy meals daily – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Volunteers / interns will enjoy delicious meals and traditional Ghanaian cuisines.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The Project runs All Year-Round
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 30 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$800
5 weeks
$1,000
6 weeks
$1,200
7 weeks
$1,400
11 weeks
$2,200
19 weeks
$3,800
30 weeks
(max. stay)
$6,000
Average fees
$200
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
YearOut Africa
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Midwifery Elective Internship
The birth of a child is one of the most miraculous events in a person’s life. On the Midwifery Volunteering/ Internship in Ghana project, you’ll work with experienced.
$200/week
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