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health and safety
It is our responsibility to provide a safe environment for your students. While abroad you can trust that our Global Players staff will be vigilant in responding to the needs of your son or daughter while also maintaining the necessary distance for them to fully embrace their abroad experience.
Please Note: All GP programs as well as the individual participant will be registered with the State Department in case of emergency.
To download the full "Emergency Procedures" please click here: Emergency Procedures.pdf
Medications
Some medication that are quite common in the United States could be illegal in some countries. For example, Adderall that is used to treat conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and narcolepsy is prohibited in the United Kingdom and the Czech Republic. In some countries, even over-the-counter medications are prohibited. Japan for example, does not permit the importation of products that contain pseudoephedrine such as Sudafed, Actifed, and certain other cold-relief products.
While enforcement may be inconsistent, you certainly do not want to take the risk that your son or daughter’s medication is confiscated at customs. Contact a travel clinic or the consulate of the country or countries where he or she will be traveling to determine which meds are permissible.
If your student is taking some powerful prescription medication for a chronic ailment or condition, he or she should bring an ample supply of the medication in its original packing or container for the duration of his or her program. The student should also carry a copy of the written prescription or a letter from the physician noting what the prescription is for, the dosage, and its active ingredient or generic name in case the authorities are not familiar with the brand name.
Insurance
When traveling far from home, students must protect themselves and their stuff.
Your student has packed their MP3 player, new clothes, and even extra socks, but believe it or not, those aren't the most important things that should be on the list. Did they pack INSURANCE?
Health Insurance
Visiting the doctor's office while abroad is probably not in your student’s plans, but what if they get sick? Or hurt? Did you know that a medical evacuation back to the U.S. could cost $50,000 or more if you aren't insured?
Find out if your son or daughter is covered for a medical emergency overseas BEFORE they leave. Many foreign doctors and hospitals do not accept American insurance policies, and may require full cash payment in advance of their treatment. Your student’s existing medical insurance company may require you to call back to an office in the U.S. for advance approval of any treatments or expenditures. Your policy may also set a dollar limit above which you'll have to pay. Read the fine print. You might need to purchase additional coverage.
Before you Leave:
1. Check your current health insurance policy. Is your son or daughter covered under your policy or through their school? Does it protect them outside of the U.S.?
2. If your plan does not cover them fully overseas, purchase a short-term international insurance policy. Many travel agents and private companies offer plans that will cover health care expenses overseas including emergency services such as medical evacuations. (see CISI and STA below)
Travel Insurance
Your student has been looking forward to their time abroad for a long time. Imagine the exciting cultures! And all the new people! Now, imagine your horror when you learn their trip has been canceled due to severe weather. Or, what if their new set of luggage--with all their clothes--gets lost along the way? A number of unexpected things could put a damper on your son or daughter’s travels.
Safeguard their trip and their belongings with travel insurance! This kind of policy can provide protection if your student:
* Gets sick
* Is involved in a car accident
* Severe weather or a natural disaster causes travel cancellations
Other provisions of travel insurance usually include lost baggage coverage, missed flight connections and cancellation charges imposed by airlines. You have invested a lot of time and money into this once-in-a-lifetime experience--don't leave anything to chance!
Several private organizations will provide medical information and insurance for overseas travelers. Most charge a fee for this service. Two suggested providers,
1) STA Travel Insurance
2) Cultural Insurance Services International
In addition, for basic insurance to cover sickness, accident and other emergencies while traveling outside the United States students and teachers can purchase international student or teacher identity cards. There are additional benefits to having a student card, including discounts on admissions, transportation, and accommodations. You can find more information about student identity cards online.
Emergency Contact Information
GLOBAL PLAYERS CONTACT
Tara Michael
Program Director
Global Players
+1 443 569-0589
tara@global-players.us
OFFICE OF OVERSEAS CITIZEN SERVICES
studentsabroad@state.gov
Toll free in the U.S. or Canada
1-888-407-4747
Outside the United States and Canada
1-202-501-4444
US EMBASSIES
Austria
Vienna: Parkring 12a,
Tel. +43- 1-31339-7535, fax: +43-1-5125835,
http://vienna.usembassy.gov/en/index.html.
Germany
Berlin: Clayallee 170;
Tel: (49) (30)832-9233; Fax: (49) (30) 8305-1215
American Citizen Services Email: ACSBerlin@state.gov
Munich: Koenigstrasse 5,
Tel. (49) (89) 2888-0; Fax: (49) (89) 280-9998.
American Citizen Services Email: ConsMunich@state.gov
Czech Republic
Prague: Trziste 15, 118 01 Prague, Czech Republic
Tel. (420) 257 022 000; Consular Section’s fax (420) 257 022 809.
http://prague.usembassy.gov/
EQUIVALENT 911 #: 112
It is our responsibility to provide a safe environment for your students. While abroad you can trust that our Global Players staff will be vigilant in responding to the needs of your son or daughter while also maintaining the necessary distance for them to fully embrace their abroad experience.
Please Note: All GP programs as well as the individual participant will be registered with the State Department in case of emergency.
To download the full "Emergency Procedures" please click here: Emergency Procedures.pdf
Medications
Some medication that are quite common in the United States could be illegal in some countries. For example, Adderall that is used to treat conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and narcolepsy is prohibited in the United Kingdom and the Czech Republic. In some countries, even over-the-counter medications are prohibited. Japan for example, does not permit the importation of products that contain pseudoephedrine such as Sudafed, Actifed, and certain other cold-relief products.
While enforcement may be inconsistent, you certainly do not want to take the risk that your son or daughter’s medication is confiscated at customs. Contact a travel clinic or the consulate of the country or countries where he or she will be traveling to determine which meds are permissible.
If your student is taking some powerful prescription medication for a chronic ailment or condition, he or she should bring an ample supply of the medication in its original packing or container for the duration of his or her program. The student should also carry a copy of the written prescription or a letter from the physician noting what the prescription is for, the dosage, and its active ingredient or generic name in case the authorities are not familiar with the brand name.
Insurance
When traveling far from home, students must protect themselves and their stuff.
Your student has packed their MP3 player, new clothes, and even extra socks, but believe it or not, those aren't the most important things that should be on the list. Did they pack INSURANCE?
Health Insurance
Visiting the doctor's office while abroad is probably not in your student’s plans, but what if they get sick? Or hurt? Did you know that a medical evacuation back to the U.S. could cost $50,000 or more if you aren't insured?
Find out if your son or daughter is covered for a medical emergency overseas BEFORE they leave. Many foreign doctors and hospitals do not accept American insurance policies, and may require full cash payment in advance of their treatment. Your student’s existing medical insurance company may require you to call back to an office in the U.S. for advance approval of any treatments or expenditures. Your policy may also set a dollar limit above which you'll have to pay. Read the fine print. You might need to purchase additional coverage.
Before you Leave:
1. Check your current health insurance policy. Is your son or daughter covered under your policy or through their school? Does it protect them outside of the U.S.?
2. If your plan does not cover them fully overseas, purchase a short-term international insurance policy. Many travel agents and private companies offer plans that will cover health care expenses overseas including emergency services such as medical evacuations. (see CISI and STA below)
Travel Insurance
Your student has been looking forward to their time abroad for a long time. Imagine the exciting cultures! And all the new people! Now, imagine your horror when you learn their trip has been canceled due to severe weather. Or, what if their new set of luggage--with all their clothes--gets lost along the way? A number of unexpected things could put a damper on your son or daughter’s travels.
Safeguard their trip and their belongings with travel insurance! This kind of policy can provide protection if your student:
* Gets sick
* Is involved in a car accident
* Severe weather or a natural disaster causes travel cancellations
Other provisions of travel insurance usually include lost baggage coverage, missed flight connections and cancellation charges imposed by airlines. You have invested a lot of time and money into this once-in-a-lifetime experience--don't leave anything to chance!
Several private organizations will provide medical information and insurance for overseas travelers. Most charge a fee for this service. Two suggested providers,
1) STA Travel Insurance
2) Cultural Insurance Services International
In addition, for basic insurance to cover sickness, accident and other emergencies while traveling outside the United States students and teachers can purchase international student or teacher identity cards. There are additional benefits to having a student card, including discounts on admissions, transportation, and accommodations. You can find more information about student identity cards online.
Emergency Contact Information
GLOBAL PLAYERS CONTACT
Tara Michael
Program Director
Global Players
+1 443 569-0589
tara@global-players.us
OFFICE OF OVERSEAS CITIZEN SERVICES
studentsabroad@state.gov
Toll free in the U.S. or Canada
1-888-407-4747
Outside the United States and Canada
1-202-501-4444
US EMBASSIES
Austria
Vienna: Parkring 12a,
Tel. +43- 1-31339-7535, fax: +43-1-5125835,
http://vienna.usembassy.gov/en/index.html.
Germany
Berlin: Clayallee 170;
Tel: (49) (30)832-9233; Fax: (49) (30) 8305-1215
American Citizen Services Email: ACSBerlin@state.gov
Munich: Koenigstrasse 5,
Tel. (49) (89) 2888-0; Fax: (49) (89) 280-9998.
American Citizen Services Email: ConsMunich@state.gov
Czech Republic
Prague: Trziste 15, 118 01 Prague, Czech Republic
Tel. (420) 257 022 000; Consular Section’s fax (420) 257 022 809.
http://prague.usembassy.gov/
EQUIVALENT 911 #: 112
Student Athlete Exchange, L.L.C. 2021 Powers Ferry Rd, Unit J, Marietta, GA 30067 info@global-players.us