Some content was translated automatically. Show original
This program offers dental students and professionals hands-on experience in Dominican Republic clinics. Participants shadow local staff and engage in clinical tasks based on their skills and Spanish proficiency. It features flexible scheduling (4–40 hours weekly) and can be tailored for university internship credit. To maximize the experience, participants should discuss specific goals and qualifications with coordinators in advance.
30 hours of help per week
Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Amount: € 1250 One time
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Donation to project
Description: At Aldeas de Paz, we prioritize accessibility and transparency through our open-book policy. Minimum contribution: Starts at €155 per week (from the second week). Included: Spanish classes, comfortable accommodation in fully equipped apartments, program donation, personalized welcome service, airport pickup, bus transfer, bus fare.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Beginner Spanish and Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
This Dentistry observation and experience opportunity is designed for current professionals and aspiring dentists. You'll gain hands-on work experience in a local hospital-based dental clinic or neighborhood health clinic, witnessing and having the chance to observe and learn about the differences between the dentistry practice in your country in contrast to the realities in a dentistry clinic in the Dominican Republic. Your involvement level will depend on your professional and Spanish language skills, motivation, and willingness to engage. Your work schedule will be discussed in a meeting with the departmental director, volunteer coordinator, and supervisor, but please note that schedules may be subject to sudden changes based on patients' needs. During the program, you'll shadow doctors and nurses and have the chance for hands-on experience according to your qualifications and language skills. To make the most of your involvement or if you have specific healthcare goals, please reach out to us promptly to discuss your options in detail.
Volunteer placement or internship
Our program offers flexible commitment options for volunteers, ranging from a minimum of 4 hours daily up to to 40 hours per week - you decide! If you're joining as an intern, we understand that your school or university may have specific requirements. Please inform us in advance about your internship criteria, enabling us to tailor a personalized work plan to suit your needs. Share your expectations and goals with us, and we'll work together to ensure you achieve them. We are happy to give students academic credit or provide a report outlining the learning outcomes and deliverables achieved during the internship.
You have the opportunity to join this program at any time of the year. The working hours are primarily in the morning, aligning with the presence of doctors at the dental clinic. However, please be aware that as with any medical service, schedules may be subject to sudden changes, and this is due to the priority of addressing patients' immediate needs. The flexibility of the program allows volunteers to have a positive impact by supporting the staff in dental services when needed. While the schedule might vary, it also provides a dynamic and immersive experience, allowing you to witness the diverse cases and challenges that arise in dental clinics in the Dominican Republic. Rest assured that your dedication and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances will greatly contribute to the program's success and the overall well-being of the patients you serve. As you embrace this opportunity, you'll not only gain valuable hands-on experience but also make a positive difference in the lives of those in need of dental care.
Activities can include but are not limited to:
-Observing, shadowing and assisting the dentist
-In consultation with our coordinators and the clinic staff there is the possibility to start activities and workshops encouraging and teaching prevention of oral diseases through proper hygiene and regular check-ups for professional cleaning and evaluation (special prevention program for pregnant women)
-Providing oral health services support when needed, including dental assistance, dental hygiene and dental therapy
-Assisting the dentist according to your skills and experience with dental treatments: dental restorations, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canal therapy, periodontal therapy and extraction of teeth as well as dental examinations and diagnosis
We warmly welcome students and professionals from diverse backgrounds, including pre-university students aspiring for a dental career. Dental care volunteers should possess initiative, enthusiasm, and adaptability. Specialized skills enable engagement in more focused activities. While B1 Spanish skills are necessary, advanced proficiency opens up additional opportunities. Complimentary Spanish lessons are provided to enhance the experience of our valued dental care volunteers and interns. The program is open to elective students, dentistry students with available holiday time, pre-university students, and individuals pursuing specialized dentistry courses. Kindly bring easy-to-clean scrubs and closed shoes for clinic work, as they are mandatory.
Availability
This program is ongoing throughout the whole year and is not paused even through holidays!
Time Commitment
A minimum time commitment of 2 weeks is required and can be extended up to one year
Placement Location
Las Terrenas
