Pathways to Speech Language Pathology

Sorrento, Italy

About the Program

麻豆成人版鈥檚 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 2026.

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鈥檚 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

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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.
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 麻豆成人版.
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	TBD
Airfare confirmation deadline*	TBD
Final deadline for registration	TBD

Online coursework	May 2026
On-site field experience	May 2026

*Note: Airfare and meals are not included. All students will fly into 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 should fly into and depart from Naples International Airport (NAP).

Italy Field Experience Itinerary

Example schedule for May 2026

Day One: May 9
Arrive in Naples Airport and private bus transfer to Sorrento
Check in to Sant'Anna Institute
Group Welcome Dinner

Day Two: May 10: Guided Tour of the Amalfi Coast
Morning: Breakfast in Positano included.
Afternoon: Guided tour by private bus visiting Positano and Amalfi.
Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
Day Three: May 11: The Sorrento Peninsula

Morning: Walking tour of Sorrento and lunch on your own.
Afternoon: Lectures on "The Public Healthcare Systems of Italy" and "Comparing Public vs. Private Healthcare Systems."
Evening: Sunset boat cruise around Isle of Capri.
Dinner on your own.
Day Four: May 12 SLP Clinical Observations and Naples

Morning: Clinical observations at local clinics and hospitals in Naples at Villa Ginestre and Villa Azzurra.
Afternoon: Group lunch included.
Evening: Free time to enjoy Sorrento on your own.
Day Five: May 13 SLP in Southern Italy
Morning: Lecture by local Speech Pathologists. Coffee break at local cafe in Sorrento.
Afternoon: Lecture on Comparison Health Systems: Italy and the United States.
Evening: Cooking Class at Villa Chez Barone and Dinner.
Day Six: May 14 Mt. Vesuvius
Morning: Service Project
Afternoon: Visit to the Archaeological site of Pompeii
Late Afternoon: Vineyard Luncheon
Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
Day Seven: May 15 Path of the Gods
Morning: Hike the Path of the Gods with professional guide.
Afternoon: Free Time
Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
Day Ten: May 16 Isle of Capri
Morning: Travel by ferry to Capri with a tour guide.
Afternoon: Group lunch in Capri included.
Evening: Dinner on your own in Sorrento.
Day Eleven: May 17
Free Day in Sorrento
Evening: Farewell Dinner

Day Twelve: May 18 Departure from Naples Airport (NAP)
Morning: Check out of Sant'Anna Institute Resident Halls
Group departure for Naples Airport.