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Volunteer in Vietnam
.: The ProgramThe volunteer opportunities are in the following areas:University Duy Tan University is a private, non-profit educational institution located in central Danang, with 5000 students. Duy Tan University is making a considerable contribution to the socio-economic development of Vietnam. Volunteers can contribute by teaching in the following disciplines: English for English Major Students (pronunciation, speaking, writing, culture, and literature), English for Non-English Major Students (communication skills, entrepreneurial skills, international marketing and finance, and tourism management), and English for Lecturers and Staff, English for IT Lecturers and Students (English for computer networks, English for programming). Volunteer placements can also be made in the professional areas of programming, networking administration training, and IT support. Volunteers can register to teach in any of the courses listed above. The University will arrange for the volunteers to teach 16 to 18 periods (45 minutes) per week. Assistant teachers are available to help volunteers with class management when required. Volunteers may also be requested to support the University by helping with English documents and attending the English Clubs. Volunteers working at Duy Tan University will have a workstation with an internet-enabled desktop and shared laser printer. The school is open Monday through Saturday, but volunteers will normally work Monday through Friday. Classes begin at 7:00am and end at 5:00am with a midday break from 11:00am to 1:00pm. There is also the opportunity to teach at a Language Centre during the evening. The University is open throughout the year, except during the Tet Holiday which lasts for 10 days during February, and the summer holiday which runs for two weeks between late July and early August. While volunteers will be able to volunteer during these times, we don't recommend one month stays in February, as your teaching time will be reduced. Volunteers will be accommodated in a rented house, close to the University. Volunteers are required to obtain a business visa for this program. .: Program LocationsDa Nang is Vietnam's fourth largest city, located on the banks of the Han river. It is an hour�s flight from Vietnam�s major international airports: Ho Chi Minh (in the south) and Hanoi (in the north). Famous landmarks in Da Nang include China Beach, the Marble Mountains and the museum of Cham Sculpture..: Program RequirementsAs a volunteer in Vietnam you must:
.: Program ScheduleVolunteers may start at any time of the month. In 2006, Tet holiday runs during February 2006, so we do not recommend volunteering for 1 month starting in early February, as your volunteer time will be significantly reduced..: Program CostThe cost of the program is as follows:Global Volunteer Network - Support Fee: US $350.00. This provides you with:
Vietnam Program Fee:
The other costs you will need to meet are: Your flights (international and a domestic flight to Da Nang), Visa, shots, travel insurance, and corresponding airport departure taxes. To see the cost in your local currency, we recommend you look here. .: Frequently Asked QuestionsWe have put together the following page, which answers the majority of questions people have.Click here .: Volunteer JournalsIf you would like to read about the experiences of some of our volunteers who are currently in Vietnam, you can do so here. This journal service is provided free to all our volunteers.Click here .:Application ProcessAll, applicants will be notified by email as to whether their application has been successful.(1) Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form via the link below. Upon receipt of the form we will assess your suitability for the program. (2) Contact You: If you are successful we will then email you a letter of acceptance. (3) Decision Point: Once you have read through the letter of acceptance and we have answered any questions or concerns that you might have, it is time to pay your application fee to secure your place on the program. Please note that we will refund your application fee if you decide not to go. (4) Confirmation: Once the application fee is paid, our volunteer partner will contact you to ensure everything is organized. Our volunteer partner will also request that you send them a copy of your CV, passport and degrees. This is to help them find an appropriate placement for you. We will also send you the link to our program guide, which covers topics such as country information, travel links, visa application process, and fundraising ideas. (5) Communication & Support: Throughout the application process, we are committed to working with you to answer any of your questions or concerns. During your placement we are also available as a form of support to you as a volunteer and will email you while in country to discuss how the program is going. To apply for this program, click here. |
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