Program Dates: November 1-8, 2025
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Tailored for occupational therapy students in the MHS program, the Jamaica Study Abroad program offers the chance to join a prestigious program delivering therapeutic services to residents of Mustard Seed Communities in Jamaica. Students will gain hands-on experience while immersing themselves in Jamaican culture and health services. Set against the backdrop of beautiful beaches, this opportunity also fulfills a Level 1 Fieldwork requirement.
Program eligibility: Must be enrolled in Occupational Therapy program (not open to undergraduate students).
International Travel & Health Information
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
AH E134
OTHP 6001 - International Fieldwork I, OTHP 7009 - International Fieldwork II
Program Leaders: Sharon Swift and Dr. Pam Kearney
Application Deposit: $200
Deposit Due: JULY 03, 2025
Program Fee: $2,850 (includes deposit)
Final Payment Due: AUGUST 8, 2025
Tuition & Fees: based on number of credit hours enrolled
01
Nov.Depart for Jamaica
02
Nov.Breakfast and tour of property, mass with residents, travel to Jerusalem after lunch, return to Jacob’s Ladder to interact with more residents
03 - 06
Nov.Go to Jerusalem, assist with residents’ morning activities, attend community outings, assist residents with lunch, evening activities with Jacobs Ladder residents
07
Nov.Depart for Ocho Rios Beach or Dunns River Falls, dinner at Margaritaville, return to Jacobs Ladder.
08
Nov.Return to Georgia
*Itinerary may be subject to change
