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International Healthcare Systems: Haiti
Haiti is an impoverished nation with unique healthcare challenges. Engaging with healthcare professionals to help problem solve and deliver care with limited resources provides you a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will change your outlook on global health.
Program Details
Location(s) | Leogane, Haiti |
Term | Fall 2018 |
Credit |
NURS 379, 3 sh/NURS 679 1-3 sh |
Class Sessions | Macomb campus in-person class sessions Mondays 11 am-12:50 pm, August 27, September 10, 24, October 29, December 3 in Currens 125. Additional video meetings with NurseTim organization TBA |
Travel Dates | October 5-14, 2018 |
Housing | Guest house/FSIL dormitory |
Passport | Required |
Program Eligibility
GPA | 3.0 for Nursing majors, 2.5 for other majors |
Grad credit |
Yes Contact Professor White for details
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Non-WIU | Yes |
Pre-requisite |
Restricted to Nursing and related health care profession majors (Pre-nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Health Sciences, Pre-med, etc.)
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Student Year |
Sophomores, Junior, Senior, Graduate |
About Program
Entry Requirements
Passport required - Must be valid until at least April 30, 2019.
Visa may be required if not a US citizen. It is your responsibility to check the Embassy of Haiti website to see if you need a visa. Visa cost not included in program cost.
All travelers must pay entry fee at the airport on arrival in Haiti. Current cost: $10, cash only not included in program cost
Health Insurance
You must have health insurance for the time you are on your program. Only two options are approved to meet this requirement:
- WIU student health insurance
- A supplemental policy (Patriot Travel Medical) from International Medical Group (IMG)
Health Precautions
Walking/mobility/travel - Standing for 3-4 hours on cement. Riding in vehicles on twisting mountain roads for up to 3 hours at a time. Expect to walk 3-5 miles per day. It is not consecutive but scheduled throughout the day. Walking will sometimes be over uneven terrain and up/down flights of stairs. You will also be responsible for moving your own luggage.
Environmental - Temperatures may be higher than 95° F with high humidity. The air can be smoky from cook fires. Sun protection and increased hydration are strongly recommended.
Zika - Cases of Zika virus have been reported in Haiti. Pregnant women should not travel to Haiti. All other travelers should read about traveling to areas with Zika on the CDC website and discuss any concerns with your health care provider.
Dietary - Some meals are included in the program cost. Contact Kim McDaniel if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Accessibility and accommodation are very different than that found in the United States. Please
contact the Disability Resource Center
for questions on the availability of accommodations for your specific situation.
PLEASE NOTE
It is your responsibility to request accommodation from the DRC; faculty and staff are not legally permitted to inquire about such needs. Requests should be made as early as possible so there's sufficient time to arrange accommodations in your location.
Costs & Dates
Estimated Cost* |
$3,450-$3,585 |
Included in the program | Round trip airfare from Peoria, in-country transportation, lodging (up to four people per room), some meals |
Application Deadline | EXTENDED June 17, 2018 |
Payments | |
Application Fee |
$75 due June 21, 2018 |
Non-refundable deposit | $1,200 due June 22, 2018 |
Second payment | $1,200 due July 20, 2018 |
Final payment* | $1,050-$1,185 due August 24, 2018 |
* Costs subject to change based on student enrollment
WIU reserves the right to adjust the cost or arrangements of this program due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond the University's control. For details about this or individual withdrawals, see Cancellations and Withdrawals.
Important Dates
Passport copy deadline: July 6, 2018
Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the group flight and possible increased costs.
Pre-departure meeting: TBA during Fall 2018
Academics
Credit offered
NURS 379 - Fulfills the FLGI requirement for Nursing majors. Can be used as a substitute for NURS 316 Transcultural Nursing or as a Nursing elective
NURS 679 - Can be applied to graduate school credit or continuing educan for current medical professionals, including licensed medical professionals, nurses with BSN, and allied health services.
HS 379 - Counts as an upper-division elective for Public Health and Social Work majors.
HS 679 - Counts as an elective for a MS in Health Sciences
Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.
Objectives/activities
- Participate in the management of care of clients with limited resources
- Enhance teamwork and collaboration skills
- Develop critical thinking skills through problem solving in real life scenarios with limited resources
Class sessions
Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course. Students are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments. Questions about course content should be directed to Professor White.
Contact Us
Kim McDaniel
For Faculty Led
kd-mcdaniel@wiu.edu
Horrabin Room 8
309-298-2504
Lindsay White
Faculty leader
la-white@wiu.edu
Currens room 514B
309-298-3667
Information Sessions
All scheduled information sessions have already taken place. For more information about this course, please contact Susan Czechowski or Kim McDaniel with any questions.
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