Pathways to Speech Language Pathology | Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Fla.

Sorrento, ItalyPathways to Speech Language Pathology

About the Program

Jacksonville University’s award-winning Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences is now offering Pathways to Speech Language Pathology. During the course of one semester, you’ll complete coursework online. The program continues in person where you’ll travel to Italy for an in person culminating field and study experience on location in mid May of 2023.

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 SLP. The courses meet the pre-admission requirements necessary for consideration and potential admission into a SLP accredited university in the United States and can be completed in one summer.

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

Deadlines

Admissions

Priority Deadline for Course Registration & Field Study in Italy	February 13, 2023
Final Deadline for Course Registration	April 17, 2023

Field Study

Italy Field Experience	May 17, 2023- May 25, 2023

Why Choose Our Program?

Students completing the Pathways to SLP program with a 3.0 GPA or higher are guaranteed a priority interview for JU's Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program should they choose to apply
Historically, 100% of the SLP Pathways students who have applied to JU's MS in SLP program were admitted
Students can customize their program based on their academic needs and choose to study the 3, 4 or 5 courses they need
All courses are offered online, providing students with the highest level of flexibility.
The prerequisite coursework with JU and the SLP Pathways 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 career

How to ApplyAdmissions

This program first requires acceptance into Jacksonville University. Application is now open!
Upon acceptance, you will receive further information from the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders and the Study Abroad & Away office.

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Program Dates

Application Deadline

Priority Deadline for Course Registration and Field Study in Italy

February 13, 2023

Final Deadline for Course Registration
April 17, 2023

Online Coursework

May 1 - July 28, 2023

Onsite Field Experience
May 17 - May 25, 2023

Prices

5 Courses and Clinical Observation: $9,750 + $500 Italy program fee
4 Courses and Clinical Observation $8,750 + $500 Italy program fee
3 Courses and Clinical Observation: $7,250 + $500 Italy program fee
Italy Program Fee $500
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 in and out of Rome–Fiumicino International Airport (FCO).

Italy Field Experience Itinerary

Tentative schedule for May 17- 25, 2023

Day One: Arrival in Rome
Morning: Arrival at Rome International Airport (FCO).
Afternoon: TBD
Evening: TBD

Day Two: Introduction to the Italian Healthcare System
Morning: Lectures on "The Public Healthcare System of Italy" and "Comparing and Contrasting Public vs Private Healthcare Systems."
Afternoon: Lecture on "Italian Cultural Norms and Healthcare Access to Children, the Elderly, and the Ill."
Evening: Free time to enjoy Sorrento on your own.