Sorrento, ItalyPathways to Speech Language Pathology
About the Program
Jacksonville University’s award-winning Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences is now offering a Pathways to Speech Language Pathology program. For one semester, coursework will be completed online. The program then continues in Italy where you'll travel for in-person field and study experience in May of 2025.
Pathways to Speech Language Pathology is specifically designed for students who have completed a baccalaureate degree in a field other than Communication Sciences and Disorders and need to complete specific required coursework before applying to a master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). The courses meet the pre-admission requirements necessary for consideration and potential admission into an accredited SLP university in the United States and can be completed in one summer.
Courses:
CSD 204: Phonetics
CSD 205: Speech & Language Development:
CSD 404: Speech & Hearing Science
CSD 314: Anatomy & Physiology/Neuroanatomy
CSD 350: Speech & Language Disorders
CSD 400: Clinical Observation
Why Choose Our Program?
- Students completing the Pathways to Speech-Language Pathology program with a 3.0 GPA or higher are guaranteed a priority interview for JU's Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS in SLP) program should they choose to apply.
- Historically, 100% of the Pathways to SLP students who applied to JU's MS in SLP program have been admitted.
- Students can customize their program based on their academic needs and choose to study the three, four, or five courses they need.
- All courses are offered online, providing students with the highest level of flexibility.
- The prerequisite coursework in JU's Pathways to SLP program, prepares students for Speech-Language Pathology programs nationwide.
- The study abroad trip in Sorrento, Italy, offers students international experiential
learning and better prepares them for their future careers.
How to ApplyAdmissions
- This program first requires acceptance into Jacksonville University. The application for Summer 2025 will open in August 2024.
- Upon acceptance, you will receive further information from the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders and the Study Abroad & Away office.
Important Dates
| Priority deadline for course registration and field study in Sorrento | February 14, 2025 |
| Airfare confirmation deadline* | March 3, 2025 |
| Final deadline for registration | April 2, 2025 |
| Online coursework | May 5 - July 25, 2025 |
| On-site field experience | May 5 - May 15, 2025 |
*Note: Airfare and meals are not included. All students will fly into Rome (FCO) and out of Naples (NAP).
Prices
| 5 Courses and Clinical Observation | $9,750 + $750 (Italy program fee) |
| 4 Courses and Clinical Observation | $8,750 + $750 (Italy program fee) |
| 3 Courses and Clinical Observation | $7,250 + $750 (Italy program fee) |
| Italy program fee | $750 |
Tuition and Program fee includes:
- Double occupancy hotel
- Program related excursions
- 24-hour on-site support
- International medical and accidental insurance
*Note: Airfare and meals are not included. All students will fly into Naples International Airport (NAP) and out of Rome (FCO).
Italy Field Experience Itinerary
Tentative schedule for May 5 - 15, 2025
- Day One (Monday, May 5): Arrival in Naples
- Morning: Transfer from Naples Airport.
- Afternoon: Program begins and check in.
- Evening: Group dinner.
- Day Two (Tuesday, May 6): Introduction to the Italian Healthcare System
- Morning: Guided tour of Pompeii.
- Afternoon: Tour and lunch at vineyard.
- Evening: Dinner on your own.
- Day Three (Wednesday, May 7): Sorrento
- Morning: Walking tour of Sorrento and lunch on your own.
- Afternoon: Lectures on "The Public Healthcare System of Italy" and "Comparing and Contrasting Public vs Private Healthcare Systems."
- Evening: Sunset boat cruise, dinner on your own.
- Day Four (Thursday, May 8): SLP in Southern Italy
- Morning: Leture on Family Healthcare.
- Coffee break in town.
- Afternoon: Lecture with local Italian Speech Language Pathologist.
- Evening: Free time to enjoy Sorrento on your own.
- Day Five (Friday, May 9): Clinical Observations
- Day: Clinical observations at local clinics and hospitals in Naples at Villa Ginestre and Villa Azzurra.
- Group lunch included.
- Evening: Free time to enjoy Sorrento on your own.
- Day Six (Saturday, May 10): Guided Tour of the Amalfi Coast
- Morning: Breakfast in Positano included.
- Day: Guided tour by private bus visiting Positano and Amalfi.
- Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
- Day Seven (Sunday, May 11): Hike and Lecture
- Day: Hike the Path of the Gods with guide.
- Lunch on your own.
- Afternoon: Lecture with Professor Capeci.
- Late afternoon: Cooking class and dinner at Villa Barone.
- Day Eight (Monday, May 12): Full Day Trip to the Island of Capri
- Day: Travel by ferry with a tour guide.
- Lunch included.
- Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
- Day Nine (Tuesday, May 13) Depart Sorrento and Arrive in Rome
- Morning: Leave Sorrento.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Rome.
- Evening: Guided tour and group dinner.
- Day Ten (Wednesday, May 14): Full Day in Rome
- Morning: Roman food tour.
- Afternoon: Vatican tour.
- Evening: Dinner on your own in Rome.
- Day Eleven (Thursday, May 15): Departure from Rome (FCO)
- Morning: Check out of hotel and depart for airport.
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Contact Information Graduate & Professional Studies
Jacksonville University
Email: graduateadmissions@ju.edu