Kathmandu
Nepal
Physiotherapy in Nepal
Program Category:
Medical and Healthcare
You will help children and adults with a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. In many disability and rehab centers, you will work with a schedule which allows each child to spend quality time in the physical therapy room. Each child or adult has different needs, some are learning to walk, some suffer from muscular problems, with your help they can receive treatment and therapy more often. The hospital’s facilities are often basic. The treatment standards will probably be different from what you’re used to. You need to be mentally and emotionally prepared.
This program is designed for
Medical Students Year 2, 3 and 4 / Physical therapy Students / Occupational Therapy Students Year 2 / Licensed Professionals
Volunteer Responsibilities
In many places you will work alongside one of the local physical therapists. You will assist children and adults with a variety of physical and mental ailments. Depending on your level of knowledge, credentials, and experience you may work independently.
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.
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.
