Training Exchange

The DCS supports the education and further training of doctors, dentists and other healthcare professionals in countries with limited educational and financial resources. The aim is to enable qualified professionals to access high-quality educational programmes that they cannot afford to fund themselves.

Expertise saves lives

Promoting education for healthcare professions means promoting health. Every training programme supported creates lasting benefits for many people and strengthens medical care where it is most urgently needed.

Instead of traditional material or infrastructure aid, the DCS invests directly in human capital. The support specifically covers:

• Tuition fees for medical and dental training
• Specialist dental and medical training
• Specialisation programmes
• Work observation and clinical training
• Master’s degree programmes in healthcare
• Training courses and certificate programmes
• Participation in scientific conferences
• Digital learning and telemedicine programmes

Supporting partners

To increase the funding available, the following may participate in the programme:

• Private individuals
• Companies
• The dental and medical industry
• Clinics and hospital operators
• Professional associations
• Universities
• Alumni networks
• Philanthropic organisations
• Other foundations

Lasting impact

Every funded training programme strengthens local healthcare provision. The professionals supported acquire knowledge and skills that directly benefit patients in their home countries. Through the multiplier effect, training capacity, quality of care and preventive measures are improved in the long term.