Slide 1

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 2

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 3

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 4

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 5

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 6

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 7

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 8

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 9

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 10

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 11

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 12

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 13

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 14

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 15

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]


Slide 16

Toucan Education Programs Limited (TEP)

Overview
of
Intern and Volunteer in Belize Programs
Offered Through
Toucan Education Programs (TEP)

Presentation purpose
This presentation was developed to give interested students and their
home institutions key information on the various field experiences
available in Belize through TEP

content

• TEP’s Study in Belize Program Menu
• Intern in Belize
• Academic Structure and Support

• Volunteer in Belize
• Snap Shot in Belize
• Program Duration

• Why TEP
– Added Program Value

• Our Approach

• Program Information
•
•
•
•

What’s included
What’s not included
How do you apply?
Additional Information

Intern in Belize

Gain a Competitive Edge with an International Internship
• The Intern in Belize program is an incredible opportunity for students to do an international
internship or gain work experience. Our placements are in the following disciplines:
• Education

• Health
• Conservation
• Community Development
• Social Services
Placements are based on interest and skill

Academic structure and support
TEP’s ‘Intern in Belize’ program provides a supportive and academic
framework to the experience.
As the entire program is carefully built from the learning objectives you define,
you will be supported to achieve your internship goals.

Academic Structure
Helping You Achieve Your Learning Objectives
•The built-in academic structure of the Intern in Belize program begins during pre-departure
preparation and continues throughout, even when you have returned home.
•Once enrolled, each intern defines their personal learning objectives or
self-defined goals for their Intern in Belize experience.

Academic credit
Obtain Academic Credit for Experiential Learning with TEP
Many institutions will grant credit for experiential learning programs.
Considering the broad range of policies in higher education, students should first
consult with their home institutions to review eligibility requirements for
academic credit. We will work with you to help faculty understand how a TEP
program can be applicable to your studies and determine the proper amount of
academic credit to be awarded.
Toucan Education Programs does not offer credit for its programs, you must be a
student of your institution in order to receive credit for the Intern in Belize
program.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer in Belize
Choose our Volunteer in Belize Program for the
.
greatest flexibility and a personalized volunteer
work placement.
TEP approach to its Volunteer in Belize Program is to
ensure volunteers play an important role in the
community, and their individual and collective efforts
have a positive impact on the people in the
communities where we work.
In keeping with our approach we only work with
sustainable community initiatives. Volunteers are
matched to their immediate needs through our
placement process, ensuring that the work is both
timely and relevant.
TEP staff maintains strong relationships with these partner
organizations year-round to confirm that our volunteers
are furthering their goals and to hear their perspectives

Snapshot in belize program
Experience Volunteering Belize
in Just One Week
The Snapshot Program;
• our one-week Volunteer in Belize
Program, gives you the opportunity to
work side-by-side with local people and
experience another culture like never
before.
• It is identical to our program,
Volunteer in Belize in virtually every
respect, except that we have made
special provisions for the fact that
volunteers are there for only one week
providing specific projects to complete.
It’s the experience of a lifetime!

Program duration

• Intern in Belize traditional program
duration:
– 4 weeks
– 6 weeks
– 8 weeks
– 9+ 12 weeks contact us at
[email protected] for additional
information.
• Volunteer in Belize program duration
runs anywhere from 2 – 12 weeks.
• Snapshot in Belize Program runs for one
week.

WHY TEP?

. TEP is the premier service provider
for international education in Belize.
We are a private independent
company established to provide
quality ‘study abroad’ experiences for
students and universities primarily
from North America and the UK.

Our comprehensive program packages
includes logistics and support services to
ensure meaningful service learning,
internship and volunteer placements.
These services were developed for
educators and students interested in an
international study experience in a
developing country
Our extensive knowledge of Belize and
holistic approach to developing programs
affords universities, faculty, and students
the opportunity to participate in dynamic
programs that are of the highest academic
standards, well managed and affordable.

Added Program Value
In addition to our programs life
changing experiences; we are
committed to providing opportunities
for all our undergraduate students to
enhance their employability skills in
order to give them the best chance in
the job market.
Consequently TEP is giving all its
students the opportunity to attain a
‘Skills Achievement Award’ covering
these valued ‘Work Related Skills’.
The added value of this award allows
students to maximize their experience
using key tools to measure
competencies learned and expanded
upon through our programs.

Our Approach
Our approach to designing all our programs are
grounded in ethical principles and best practice for
education abroad.
Programs developed and managed by TEP promote best
practices in administration, logistics, health and safety and
pedagogy in international educational programs.
As such TEP has consulted and adheres to the quality
standards specified within;
 The Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good
Practice 3rd edition 2007 (US),
 The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA)
 The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (UK).

What’s Included?
•Intern or volunteer placement
•24/7 in-country emergency
and crisis management
•In-country orientation and
continued cultural and learning
activities that will engage
students
•Personal Development Profile
(PDP) and Work Related Skills
(WRS) program that includes
an Achievement Award
•GSM local cell phone for each
participant

What’s included

•Guaranteed housing based on
double occupancy
(supplementary fee for single
occupancy)
•Breakfast & Dinner (Monday
through Friday)
•Airport Transfers
•Side trips based on program
length

What’s not included
– Mandatory Insurance with required coverage
such as major medical, emergency evacuation
and repatriation of remains
– Airfare
– Meals (varies based on programs)
– Cost of cell phone calls
– Independent travel
– Personal and miscellaneous expense such as
gifts, souvenirs, etc.

Additional information

Contact us for additional
information on;
• How to apply
• Program Interest & Length of Time
• Program Fee

• Obtaining Academic Credit
• Other Expenses not Included in the Program
• Country Related Info

[email protected]