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Project Summary

What is the Volunteer in a Laboratory in Ghana project all about?

Come to Cape Coast and volunteer in a laboratory in Ghana and work in a local hospital, clinic or lab supporting a local community. Volunteering in a laboratory isn’t usually the first thing that springs to mind when you think of Ghana, but the need for support in this area is there nevertheless! The lab is small to medium size and community-based dedicated to meet the needs of the clinicians and patients to provide diagnosis. The lab runs tests for a local hospital that offers services in general medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, laboratory tests, x-ray, dermatology, venereology, ophthalmology, ECG, mother and child healthcare and ultrasound. For all these departments there is only one laboratory where all patients get sent to for tests, which means that there is an incredibly high workload.

Living conditions, bathing in dirty water, unclean, dust lead to a number of different ailments. Malaria is a problem and there is a new case every day – testing in the laboratory focuses mainly on blood but also urine and faeces. HIV testing is also common. The laboratory itself is a small space but it is always busy as it is much in demand, and the waiting area outside is often full of patients, young and old. Come and work in a laboratory in Ghana and gain an insight not only into local diseases and diagnosis but also to work alongside a hard-working friendly local team.


Why choose this Volunteer in a Laboratory project?

Volunteering in a laboratory is not the most common project choice for those considering embarking upon a volunteering trip, and projects based in laboratories are few and far between. Because volunteering abroad in a laboratory is relatively unheard of, many laboratories go without volunteer support when it is, in fact, something that would benefit them greatly. For anyone with an interest in a laboratory placement, this project is a great place to start. The hospital values the addition of international volunteers to its team, as it strongly believes in cross-culture awareness and the building of global citizenship.


Role of the Laboratory Volunteer

Volunteers will assist wherever is needed in the laboratory. Your role will vary depending on your experience, but you will work under the supervision of a local clinician. Activities may involve talking to patients, recording information, logging information onto the computer system, administering the appropriate tests and also analyzing laboratory results. You may also be put to work by collecting blood from patients, using the laboratory equipment to diagnose, learning new manual diagnostic techniques and data handling. Whether you have experience or not, is not important, as there are many tasks that you can get involved in and the work you do will be greatly appreciated by local staff.


What skills do I need to be a Laboratory Volunteer in Ghana?

No particular skills are required to volunteer in a Laboratory in Ghana, although any experience will certainly be helpful to you. You must have a keen interest in volunteering in a laboratory, be enthusiastic and willing to take on any task that is given to you. The laboratory is a small place, and therefore it is essential that you work well with others and as part of a team. If you demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a good aptitude, you may be given the opportunity to help in other ways, but these decisions are always made by the local team.

Volunteers interested in tropical diseases, lab chemistry, microbiology, haematology will find this placement very interesting and anyone who is an expert or has proven skills in an area may be able to do extra tasks under supervision. You will be asked to send your CV/resume before being accepted onto this project.

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WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

To get work specific experience

To improve your knowledge about lab chemistry

To spend some time away from your everyday life

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PROJECT TESTIMONIALS

Jinny’s Ghana Experience
My time in Ghana has been an adventure... The hospital was wonderful in the way it treated me as a volunteer and as a student. I learned a lot from the matron, the research lab leader and the other workers and nurses. I know I will never get the same experience as I did here. ...
Jinny P.
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Gabrielle’s Ghana Experience
“The homestay family were very welcoming, friendly and hospitable. They cooked local cuisine for me and showed me around at my request. I think we take what we have in general in the US for granted. As a culture they appreciate so much and place little value on material things” ...
Gabrielle W.
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Christina’s Ghana Experience
"Others should sign up for a program with Kaya because there are so many different projects you can choose and countries as well. There is always something that will speak to your heart and hopefully that will inspire others to work towards it as well." ...
Christina S.
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Helen’s Ghana Experience
"If you haven't been to Africa to experience some of the wonderful countries there - starting with a volunteer project is the best way! Kaya advisors were very helpful with getting visa and submitting paperwork. I would recommend them to start your travels abroad." ...
Helen J.
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Matas’ Ghana Experience
"The trip with Kaya was more affordable than that with any other company. Also not many other companies actually offered something as unusual as working in a clinic in Ghana." ...
Matas S.
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The Location

Where will I work in Ghana?

About the Location

Your project will be based in and around the Central Region of Cape Coast. Cape Coast is the beach town of Ghana, and much more laid back than Accra. The town of Cape Coast is rich in history, as it played an important role in the transatlantic slave trade. You are sure to be transported back into centuries as you visit the many slave castles along the coast for a history lesson. The town is fascinating as you can watch endlessly the fishing boats and local fishermen casting nets manually. The town has not been exploited by the tourism industry, although the beaches are beautiful! The center of town is a safe place to wander and embrace the Ghanaian lifestyle.

Accommodation

During your time in Cape Coast, you will be staying with a local host family where you will have access to all the modern westernized facilities.

What to do in your spare time

Cape Coast offers endless activities depending on your personal interests. If you are interested in colonialism and its global impact, or even if you are not a history buff, Elmina Castle and Cape Coast Castle are a must. Both attractions will transport you back in history to help you understand the history of Ghanaian and Africans as a whole. If you are looking for adrenaline activities, you will enjoy visiting the Kakum National Park and its canopies over the Ghanaian jungle!

Details & Costs

  • Duration: 2+ weeks
  • Cost: £1784 / $2784 for 2 weeks
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  • Requirements: Age 18+ and COVID-19 vaccination
  • Location: Cape Coast, Ghana
  • Working hours: Monday-Friday: 5 to 6 hours a day
  • Project availability: All year round
  • Arrival day: Saturday

What is included

  • Accommodation: Hotel stay for the first 3-nights + Homestay
  • Food: Two meals Mondays through Fridays (Breakfast and Dinner typically)
  • Airport: Pick up and drop off from Kotoko International Airport, Accra
  • Access to personal online Kaya Community account including:
    • Pre-departure information pack for Ghana
    • Fundraising Guide
    • How to Manage your Money Abroad Guide
    • Learning Reflection Guide
  • On the ground training:
    • Cultural and safety orientation
    • Project induction provided
  • Support: 24-hour support including emergency contact numbers
  • Excursion Planning assistance from local staff (activity prices may be extra
  • Certificate on completion of Internship
  • Supervision from qualified professional

 

What is not included

  • Flights
  • Food: Lunch during the workweek, and all meals on weekends.
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Routine vaccinations
  • Daily transfers to and from the project
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry
  • Police/Government Background Check; US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fee applies). All other nationalities must provide local police check.
  • Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country

 

Gallery

Pictures from our Volunteer in a Laboratory in Ghana project

Blood sample machine Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Consulting rooms Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Hospital bed and trolley Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Microscope Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Sample taking area Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Street outside hospital Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Accra Jamestown lighthouse Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Children and emergency ward Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Donation Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Lab work in progress Work in a Laboratory in Ghana
Ghana Market Beads 2
Ghana child selling

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