The NAPA-OT Field School in Guatemala nurtures
leaders in medical and applied anthropology and occupational therapy to
promote social justice. Students work intensively in clinical and
community settings gaining skill in research, observation,
communication, and transdisciplinary collaboration. Within small groups
integrating students from occupational therapy and anthropology
backgrounds, participants have the opportunity to spend focused research
time with faculty in: craftwork across the lifespan, pediatric nutrition and development, and NGOs and NGO networks. Seminars
emphasize critical theories in applied medical anthropology, approaches
to social and occupational justice, and human rights.
Students also study Spanish one-on-one with individual instructors at
their own level and pace. Living in a home stay increases language
fluency and understanding of Guatemalan culture.
Occupational
therapy students may fulfill a portion of their Level II professional
degree requirements with approval from their graduate program.
Student feedback on the NAPA-OT Field School:
"You can read all you want on global health, but until you study it firsthand in an applied context, you can't say that you truly understand the issues, challenges and potential solutions to health disparities in developing countries. This field school gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in that context and challenges them not only to do in-depth, qualitative research but also to embed their findings in the wider social context, developing recommendations for health interventions that are practical, culturally-sensitive, and effective."
- Student 2011
"The experience at the NAPA-OT Field School provides a unique perspective into Guatemala, it's culture and health care system. Individuals looking to challenge themselves and learn more about the world should not overlook this rare opportunity."
- Student 2011
"The
field school provided me with an all-encompassing fieldwork experience
than any placement in the United States would not have been able
provide. Particularly interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural and language exposure."
- Occupational Therapy Student 2010
"I would definitely recommend it to other[s] looking for good in-the-field training for methods in medical anthropology.
- Medical Anthropology Student 2010
"The NAPA-OT Field School provided a rich and rewarding experience... Prepare to be forever changed!"
- Gerontology Student 2009
Announcements
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Recruitment Underway for 2012 Session!
We are now accepting applications for the NAPA-OT 2012 Session. See the "How to Apply" tab for details. Applications are due December 31, 2011. We look forward to being ...
Posted Nov 13, 2011 6:00 AM by Rachel Hall-Clifford
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Guatemalan Health System in the News
Guatemalan newspaper Prensa Libre has just published an opinion piece on the fragmented state of the Guatemalan health system and weak fiscal and structural support from the goverment: http://www ...
Posted Jun 6, 2011 7:07 AM by Rachel Hall-Clifford
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PBS Documentary on Women in Guatemala
Now airing, a new documentary on violence against women in Guatemala, featuring NGO WINGS!http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/2011/03/preview-guatemala-series-on-womens-health-and-safety ...
Posted Mar 7, 2011 12:31 PM by Rachel Hall-Clifford
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