Dentistry Internship in Ghana

What is the Dentistry Internship in Ghana all about?

This Dentistry Internship in Ghana is an opportunity to gain experience and possibly some credits within a dental department of a hospital in Cape Coast. Ghanaians have access to dental treatments in most major hospitals. The setup and the working conditions are very different from what you are accustomed to in your home country. The dental department deals with emergencies as well as routine dental appointments.

Why choose this Dentistry Internship in Ghana?

You will be exposed to the challenges dentists as well as patients in need of dental care encounter in developing countries. The lack of knowledge on preventative dental hygiene might expose you to advanced dental conditions. This is a great experience abroad to help you launch your medical dental career.

Role of the Dental Health Intern

Depending on your experience and training, your role will differ, and you might be given more or fewer responsibilities. Initially, your dentistry Internship role will be mainly observational. Regardless, the volunteers will assist local practitioners and observe how dental treatments are performed in a developing country. Volunteers will also help by maintaining patients’ records, set up the instruments and assist with basic tasks while the dentists treat patients.

What skills do I need to be a Dentistry Intern?

Individuals applying must either be a professional in the field or a student currently studying courses related. If you are planning to study dentistry, you can also apply for this internship, although you must demonstrate a strong commitment to the field.

You will be asked to send your CV/resume before being accepted onto this project, as well as certifications, transcripts and other documentation are required to enable us to establish your experience. Your contribution and performance will also be taken into consideration throughout your placement.

Travel during COVID times

The health and safety of our travelers and our local communities remain central to our plans for reopening countries and projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been adapting our programs and protocols to protect all those involved, and ask for everyone’s patience and collaboration as new rules are implemented in-country. For all projects, new standards of sanitation, procedures and social behaviors are in place, including new health and hygiene protocols and social distancing practices. You can read more here. Each location may be slightly different in the way they operate. We encourage you to inquire to your placement advisor to learn more about your specific project as you plan for your responsible return to travel! 

While the COVID pandemic is still affecting travel, for this location, you are required to come vaccinated, and you will spend the first three nights in a hotel booked by our on-site team before joining your homestay.

Read all about our project reopening response to COVID-19

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