Global Health
Programs designed for future speech-language pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, and other health professionals.
Take purposeful travel to the next level. Through supervised hands-on learning, cultural immersion, and local partner collaboration, you’ll explore your profession, build practical skills, and better understand the communities you may serve in the future.
Destinations
Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Thailand, and Zanzibar
Who this is for
Speech-language pathology, OT, physical therapy, public health, and related fields
Program Length
1-3 week global health trips with optional add-ons
Clinical Hours
Observation and clinical hours vary based on program and university approval
Global Health Trips
Therapy Abroad and GIVE Volunteers have partnered to offer purposeful, hands-on global health programs in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Zanzibar, and Thailand, designed for students in speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, public health, education, and related fields. Building on GIVE’s long-standing relationships with local communities, each 11- to 14-day journey pairs supervised, practice-based learning with deep cultural immersion and collaboration alongside local partners, Therapy Abroad clinicians, educators, and families.
Along the way, you’ll explore how communication, access, movement, inclusion, and community environments shape everyday wellbeing, while building practical skills and a clearer understanding of the communities you may serve in the future. Through meaningful community engagement, you’ll also experience each destination’s remarkable landscapes, culture, and adventure, from rainforest hikes and whitewater rafting to island coastlines and mountain villages. The result is an authentic, locally guided international learning experience that helps you explore your profession and grow as a globally minded practitioner.
Build your own journey
Choose your Global Health trip, then extend your travels by adding other programs. Travel for up to 7 weeks.
Take Your Learning Further
GIVE × Therapy Abroad programs bring global health learning to life through immersive travel, community engagement, and hands-on field experiences.
Global PerspectivesUnderstand how culture, environment, and access influence health and wellbeing. |
Cross-Cultural CommunicationDevelop greater cultural awareness, adaptability, and collaborative skills. |
Career ExplorationConnect classroom learning with global perspectives relevant to future professional practice. |
Community-Centered LearningExplore sustainable, ethical, and locally guided approaches to community engagement. |
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FAQ’s about Global Health Trips:
Who can join these Global Health Programs?
These trips are ideal for young adults, students, gap year travelers, and anyone looking for meaningful, guided travel. Especially meaningful for those interested in fields such as speech-language pathology, audiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and other such service-oriented fields.
Ideal for: Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD), Occupational Therapy (OT/OTA), Physical Therapy (PT), Public Health, Education, Nursing, Psychology, Pre-Health, and related interdisciplinary fields. Open to pre-professional, undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate students, as well as working professionals.
How long are the Global Health trips?
Global Health trip are 11-14 days, with options to combine programs for a longer experience. You can package our Globe Health trips with other trips, such as adding Mt. Kilimanjaro after Zanzibar or Elephant Experience after your Thailand Global Health trip.
Do I need experience?
No experience is required. Our Global Health Programs are open to anyone interested in fields such as speech-language pathology, audiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and other such service-oriented fields.
Are accommodations included?
Yes, all of our trips include accommodation, meals, dedicated guides, and in-country transportation, along with adventures, cultural immersion activities, and meaningful projects.
Is it safe to travel to travel on GIVE Programs?
Safety is always our top priority. You’ll have trained trip leaders, local guides, and 24/7 support throughout your trip.
Ready to make your trip a reality?
Apply now for an experience built around real impact, culture, and adventure. There’s no commitment until you’re ready!