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Toucan Education Programs (TEP): International Medical Elective - Clinical Excellence and Global Health Competence

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Toucan Education Programs International Medical Electives: Hands-on Clinical Experience in BelizeProgram Overview: Global Health & Clinical ImmersionToucan Education Programs offers a high-impact, supervised clinical elective designed for medi... read more

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Toucan Education Programs International Medical Electives: Hands-on Clinical Experience in Belize

Program Overview: Global Health & Clinical Immersion

Toucan Education Programs offers a high-impact, supervised clinical elective designed for medical students from the UK, Australia, and Europe seeking practical experience in a global health setting.

This program provides a unique opportunity for hands-on clinical observations and procedures at a host hospital or clinic in Belize. Placements are tailored to meet your individual learning objectives, academic requirements, and clinical interests (including General Medicine, Pediatrics, Emergency Care, and more).

With flexible program durations of 3, 4, and 6 weeks, you can align this career-defining experience with your clerkship schedule.

Academics & Outcomes:

  • Customized Clinical Rotations: Engage in supervised rotations for a minimum of 24–30 hours per week, learning to adapt your skills in a resource-limited environment.
  • Core Learning Objectives: Develop a deep understanding of global health ethics, the challenges of providing care in a resource-limited setting, and the impact of social determinants of health in a new culture.
  • Intercultural Competence: Complete the Intercultural Learning Co-Curriculum (ILC) to navigate cultural norms, improve patient communication, and enhance your professional skills.
  • Assessment for Credit: Your performance is assessed based on weekly digital journal submissions, a mid-term review, and a Final Presentation, all guided by a Program Academic Director.
  • Admission Requirements: Applicants must have completed their core clinical clerkship and submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Letter of Recommendation, and an official transcript.
Program Highlights & Logistics (Based on 4-Week Sample)

  • Duration Flexibility: Choose from 3, 4, 6, or 8 weeks in-country.
  • Full-Spectrum Support: Benefit from 24/7 dedicated field staff support, pre-departure orientation, and an ultimate travel insurance package ($500,000 coverage, including emergency medical evacuation).
  • Academic Structure: The typical 4-week program provides 27 nights/28 days in-country, including time for weekly check-in meetings with the Academic Director and exposure to local Guest Lectures (e.g., An Overview of Belize’s Healthcare System).
  • Housing: Accommodation is arranged in program accommodation, typically independent housing in San Ignacio.
Secure Your Clinical Placement: View Available Terms & Eligibility

Ready for a challenging and transformative clinical experience? Review all available Spring and Summer start dates, specific prerequisites, and application deadlines on our website. To design your placement and discuss the all-inclusive program fee, book a complimentary advising session with our Academic Director.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Summer
  • Custom
  • Short Term
Instruction Language(s):
  • English
Language Requirement(s):
  • English
  • Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Medicine
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Podiatric Medicine
Minimum GPA:
3.0
Year Founded:
2010
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