Are you passionate about psychiatry, psychology, or social work? Would you like to collaborate with experts, gain hands-on experience, and immerse yourself in the work while exploring Greece? Then the Philotimo Med Abroad program is tailor-made for you. This program offers invaluable opportunities to develop essential skills and gain practical experience in assisting others. Through mentorship and teamwork with professionals, you can make a real difference while honing your expertise.
The goal is to help students have a better understanding of the workplace environment in professional psychiatrist and psychology.
You will learn about the kind of work available in mental health fields, including psychotherapy, neuroscience, neuropsychological testing, interventional psychiatry, and community psychiatry.
During the internship, students will also get to attend workshops and discussions and participate in group projects. Additionally, students get the chance to interact with senior psychologists.
Get hands-on experience in psychiatry and psychology through our internship program. You’ll shadow local therapists, interact with patients and others, assist with various tasks, and develop relationships with international experts. Gain valuable skills and insight in a supportive environment.
If you’re considering a career in psychology, you could expect to find a variety of roles that involve research, counseling, education, and/or disorder diagnosis and treatment, that is, mental healthcare.
The internship program offers an immersive experience in psychiatry and psychology, enabling interns to gain practical insights and advance their professional development.
Students will have the opportunity to shadow local therapists during real-life consultations, engage with patients, and contribute to various administrative and educational tasks.
The level of autonomy and responsibilities assigned to psychology interns will be tailored based on their prior experience.
The program is facilitated by a team with extensive training and international expertise, thus eliminating language barriers and providing a rich learning environment.
This internship is open to students and graduates in pre-psychiatric, psychiatric, pre-psychology, and psychology fields, offering an invaluable opportunity to refine skills and broaden understanding within the professional domain.
The program also offers an introduction to behavioral neuroscience which covers the supposed biological bases for these illnesses, the relationship between brain activity and individual experiences, principles governing neuron activity, and the role of neurotransmitter systems in memory, motivation, and addiction. Through lab experiences, research projects, and networking opportunities (with experts in clinical psychology, behavioral neuroscience, or organizational psychology), you will explore the tools used by psychologists for making diagnoses and learn about nervous system anatomy and function.
The lab experiences involve guided rat brain dissection and neurochemistry procedures to examine the impact of medication on the brain.
The immersion program offers the chance to choose a course and participate in 3 weeks of college-level study.
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Students can choose the field and industry they wish to work in, based on their interests!
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and luxury while participating in our shadowing program at Philotimo Med Abroad. Our carefully selected accommodation offer a safety and convenience , providing a home away from home for our participants. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, spacious living areas, and stunning views, ensuring you have a relaxing environment to unwind after a day of learning. Enjoy the unique opportunity to connect with fellow students in a vibrant setting while immersing yourself in the beauty of Greece. With our safe accommodations, your journey into the medical field will be as enjoyable as it is educational!
*Note that the program start date listed is always a Saturday and your housing is available from that day.
