The next generation of students will need empathetic experiences linked to their studies in order to be able to evolve in an increasingly complex and connected world. Our international volunteering program offers a competent education that will ultimately enable them to work in NGOs.

This qualification offers students the opportunity to demonstrate the understanding and knowledge relevant to applying for funding and completing a contracted internship. For those wishing to further a career in sustainable development, a certification that complements practical skills is an asset for accessing employment opportunities in the humanitarian sector.

What’s the point of certification?

The level 3 certificate from the international volunteering course is a UK-accredited qualification equivalent to 20 ECTS. If you are currently enrolled at a university and wish to use these credits to validate a module or work placement, please consult your international mobility officer beforehand. Each university decides whether or not these credits can be accumulated with those they award.

This online international volunteering course covers around 50 hours of learning, divided between before, during and after the project work experience. Students can choose to divide the training between 2 months and 1 year, depending on their schedule and the timing imposed by their school.

The aim of this course is to enable participants to develop the knowledge needed to :

• Understanding the social and political culture and impact of sustainable development
• Understand the responsibilities and issues of local laws and children’s rights in the country.
• Identify the challenges of cultural relationships and cultural norms.

International volunteering training modules

Orientation module (4h) Explore the program’s structure and various activities, go over the methods used for assessments and program expectations.

Module 1. Preparing for a humanitarian mission. Introduction to the notion of culture to help you understand the responsibilities of a volunteer.

Module 2: Reflecting on your project as an international volunteer. Examination of the characteristics needed to optimize your mission, reflection on your personal project, your objectives, your motivations.

Module 3: Financing a humanitarian project The aim is to develop your skills and explore fund-raising strategies.

Module 4. International volunteering. You complete this module during your placement. The aim is to help you identify and evaluate your assignments.

International volunteer training certificate :

International volunteering training is for anyone wishing to acquire knowledge and skills in the humanitarian sector, while earning academic credits for university applications or internship validation.

At the end of the program, you will receive a certificate issued by the Centre for Global Citizenship Studies and the National Open College Network (UK): Diploma in International Volunteering.

What our students say

“I am really enjoying the course and learning a lot so far which is cool! “Charlie Stannar, Volunteer in Nepal in January 2022

“This has been an amazing course. I have had help from my facilitator who was highly available.” George Dickinson, Volunteer in Mexico in November 2021