Hands-On Experience in Psychology and Mental Health:
Volunteer Programmes Abroad
Take your psychology learning beyond the classroom with volunteer programmes designed to give you practical experience. As part of charity-led projects, you’ll work side-by-side with local professionals and make a real difference in communities where psychological support is needed the most. Whether you’re looking for a clinical psychology placement or a tailor-made psychology and mental health volunteer opportunity, get in touch and unlock the potential of your psychology degree while creating lasting change.
- Develop Practical Psychology Skills: Apply psychological theories and techniques in real-world settings, honing your counseling, assessment, and intervention abilities.
- Experience New Cultural Perspectives: Gain insight into the psychological experiences and challenges of diverse communities, enhancing your cultural awareness and competence.
- Make a Difference in Mental Health: Contribute to the improvement of mental health access and care, promoting well-being and resilience among individuals and communities.
- Advance Your Psychology Career: Acquire valuable work experience, build professional connections, and strengthen your resume for future opportunities in psychology and related fields.
WHY VOCATIONAL IMPACT
By choosing Vocational Impact, you’ll gain not only hands-on experience in psychology and mental health but also contribute to projects that directly benefit the communities you’ll be serving.
Being a charity organization, all the fees generated are channelled towards supporting the projects you’ll be involved in. This means that your time, dedication, and financial contributions go directly to making a difference in the lives of those in need. Our long-standing relationships with trusted local partners ensure that your efforts will have a lasting impact and that you’ll be involved in sustainable initiatives.
We understand the importance of support and guidance during your volunteer placement. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be provided with comprehensive support to ensure a safe and enriching experience. Our dedicated coordinators will be there to assist you throughout your entire placement, offering valuable insights, guidance, and assistance. Additionally, you’ll have access to 24/7 support, ensuring your well-being and peace of mind while abroad.
Our close ties with the organisations mean we can tailor your international volunteer experience to match your personal goals. Get in touch to explore your options and start your international volunteering adventure.
EXPLORE THE PROGRAMMES
Hear from our volunteers
“I observed counseling sessions, worked at a medical clinic, led mental health workshops at local schools and visited a psychiatric hospital. I learned a lot there and it was a really amazing experience.”
Talia R, Oxford University
“I observed counseling sessions, worked at a medical clinic, led mental health workshops at local schools and visited a psychiatric hospital. I learned a lot there and it was a really amazing experience.”
Talia R, Oxford University
“I observed counseling sessions, worked at a medical clinic, led mental health workshops at local schools and visited a psychiatric hospital. I learned a lot there and it was a really amazing experience.”
Talia R, Oxford University
“I observed counseling sessions, worked at a medical clinic, led mental health workshops at local schools and visited a psychiatric hospital. I learned a lot there and it was a really amazing experience.”
Talia R, Oxford University
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"International volunteering gives you cross-cultural experiences and understandings of your subject field - learning and applying your psych knowledge outside the classroom whilst having an amazing international travel experience - why wouldn’t you want to go?!"
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