Antigua
Guatemala
EMT, Paramedics and Disaster Response in Guatemala
Program Category:
Medical and Healthcare
You will work alongside Antigua's heroes, these guys take their job seriously, not only they work as paramedics but they must also work as firefighters. Providing emergency medical care is a sensitive matter, and the people who take on these jobs need to be ready for its physical, mental and emotional challenges.
This program is designed for
Medical and Healthcare students and professionals.
Volunteer Responsibilities
This is very serious work. You will work alongside EMT professionals in Guatemala. You will respond to first aid calls. Depending on your experience your Spanish skills you will be assigned different tasks.
Program Specifications
Program Cost
Registration Fee: US $249
1 Week Program Fee:
188
US$
Extra Per Week:
100
US$
Program Duration
1-week minimum stay.
Program Availability
All year round
Language Skills
Intermediate Level
Volunteer Hours
4 to 8 hours from Monday to Friday
Location
Antigua
Program Formats
Individuals
Groups
Internship
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What is included in My program fee?
ACOMMODATION
We always provide comfortable accommodation suitable to the program module and location. Typically, that might mean a home stay or during your selected program. All rooms always include WiFi.
In-Country Orientation
From the time you arrive in the country, we will make sure your trip runs smoothly. We show you the best places to eat, banks, point of interests, and are there for all questions.
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MEALS
Your experience includes a weekly meal plan of hearty and healthy local fare. The plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday.
Weekends are free for making your own culinary explorations
Monetary donation
A monetary donation goes directly to the project where you will be volunteering. This money is used to help the project purchase material they need on a daily basis, meals or pay other expenses they have.
ACTIVITIES
You always learn and enjoy more when you are relaxed. That’s why we build in a weekly selection of activities, excursions, events and outings into our tours, language courses, volunteer service. From Salsa, to hiking a active volcano!
Certificate
Certification (if requested) of completion of the volunteer program, perfect for inclusion in your resume.
Airport pickup
Airport pick up in private shuttle to your accommodation.
Mentorship & SUPPORT
Adventure worry-free, knowing you are supported by VAGT 24/7. Your VAGT expert helps you choose the right program for your needs and prepares you for the journey ahead. We even offer the peace of mind of a comprehensive medical, cancellation and interruption insurance plan.
