Now that you have enrolled in a CCS volunteer program, you may have questions about what to expect, how to plan, or when to turn in required materials. If you’re a student, you may even wonder how to get academic credit for your program. During the pre-departure process, you have a variety of resources to support you: your Program Site Specialist, Participant Handbook, myCCS account, and all of the information below.
Pre-Departure Timeline
From before you enroll to when you go in-country, this timeline gives you a sense of what to expect and how to plan ahead.
Placement Process
How the placement process works, and what to expect insofar as the timeline for receiving your volunteer placement.
Travel Information
Check out this section for information on visas, passports, flights, and more.
Recommended Resources
Educate yourself with resources on the country and culture, recommended by CCS in-country staff and Program Site Specialists.
Travel Medical Insurance
As a CCS volunteer, you automatically receive comprehensive travel medical insurance.
In-Country Policies
For the safety and security of all volunteers and staff, and to ensure we are working respectfully within the communities where we operate, CCS has implemented several in-country policies. Cultural norms and traditions in-country are carefully taken into consideration in how and why we develop these policies.
myCCS
Find out more information about your online CCS account and how it can help you.
Make a Payment
Need to make a payment? Use our secure online system to submit it.
Obtaining Academic Credit
If you’re a student hoping to get academic credit for your experience, find more information here.
If you have any questions about preparation for your program, make sure to contact your Program Site Specialist.
