Sneak Peek - Certificate in International Volunteering

Free Trial Of Module Eight - Understanding The Role Of The Volunteer

Enroll above to trial Module Eight: The Role Of The Volunteer to see why you should complete the full version!

Module Eight of the Certificate in International Volunteering is based in Cape Town and discusses, in detail, the role of the volunteer at their project. This module comprises of 4 videos, including an expert interview with Greg Bows of African Impact, and interactive learning activities.

We have made this module available to you to trial so that you can see how this online course can assist your preparations for your volunteering journey, we cover many topics throughout the course that you may not consider otherwise. We strive to give you the skills that you require to become a confident, effective and valued international volunteer.

Throughout the full version of the course we will cover:

Deciding to volunteer abroad and selecting a volunteer organization
Managing expectations
Preparing for departure
Responsible volunteering
Understanding and respecting cultures
Building and managing relationships
Health and safety while volunteering
The role of an international volunteer
Cross cultural communication
Reverse culture shock

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"It was a great course and extremely helpful in preparation for my volunteer experience! I had no idea reverse culture shock existed and I am grateful for the help in learning and preparing for my trip. Thank you for the time and effort it took to create this!"

- Siera Travis, Student - Certificate in International Volunteering

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Your Instructors

Reuben

Having traveled to over 50 countries, Reuben lives and breathes travel and takes great pleasure in immersing himself in the local communities and testing out the culinary delights. Travel is not his only passion, with 8 years volunteer experience working with deaf and blind students who are intellectually or physically disabled – the skills, relationships and attitudes developed while volunteering has given him a wealth of knowledge in this field. Let Reuben’s volunteer and travel experiences transform you into a great international volunteer!

Chloe

Whether dancing the night away in the streets of Rio or eating delicious local foods in Siem Reap, Chloe’s travels have been extensive and incredible. Chloe set off on her first humanitarian trip at age 11 and has since been inspired to pursue a career in International Sustainable Development, currently studying Non-profit Leadership and Management at Arizona State University. Through her international and local volunteer work, as well as her travels, Chloe has developed the expertise to make her an great international volunteer.

Course Curriculum

Certificate in International Volunteering - An introduction

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Destination Eight: CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?

The Certificate in International Volunteering is a completely self-paced online course. You have 12 months (from your enrolment date) of unlimited access to complete the course and can decide when you start and finish.

Is this course available on various devices?

This course can be accessed across all devices and is mobile/tablet friendly. While you can login on multiple devices, you can only access the course from one device at a time.

Will I receive a certificate?

No, you will not receive a certificate for completing the trial version of the course - you will need to complete the full version of the course to receive a certificate.

What is EU Digital Goods VAT Tax and will it impact my purchase?

EU VAT is a tax charged only on purchases made by customers located in the European Union. This will be automatically calculated depending on your country of residence and added to the purchase amount at the checkout. Please contact us for a list of the VAT taxable countries and current tax rates.