Graduate Health Sciences Adventure in the Caribbean

Graduate Health Sciences Adventure in the Caribbean

Location
Multiple Locations +3
  • Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Dominica
  • Puerto Rico
    • San Juan
Term
Maymester, Short Term, Spring, Spring Break, Summer, Winter
Subject Areas
Communications Education Field Studies Food Science and Nutrition Graduate Studies Health Sciences Kinesiology Nursing Physical Therapy Pre-Med Psychology Public Health Social Work Sociology Speech-Language Pathology Sports Science Sustainable Development +7

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Masters

Pricing

Starting Price
1500
Price Details
Program tuition ranges from $1,500 -$3,000.
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Classes Meals Transportation Travel Insurance Visa Wifi
May 28, 2026
Jan 23, 2025
6 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

This 7-day Therapy Abroad program is designed for graduate students pursuing careers in speech-language pathology, audiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, behavioral sciences, and related health professions. Ideal for students seeking hands-on international clinical experience, this program allows participants to work alongside licensed therapists, local professionals, and Therapy Abroad staff in school, community, and medical-based settings. Students may participate in screenings, evaluations, intervention planning, treatment activities, caregiver education, and professional observation while gaining valuable clinical insight and mentorship from SLPs, AuDs, PTs, OTs, and other specialists. Working in small groups, students also help develop and deliver training and education programs for teachers, parents, and community partners. Programs are currently offered in Belize, Turks & Caicos, Thailand, Puerto Rico, and Dominica.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This program offers hands-on clinical experience with supportive mentors in diverse cultural settings, balancing work and adventure. Some found scheduling flexible but occasionally disorganized.

Program Highlights

  • Hands On Speech-Language Pathology Experience
  • High SLP Staff to Student Ration
  • Clinical Clock Hours
  • Assessment & Diagnostic Experience

Earn Academic Credit With Therapy Abroad

Program Reviews

4.89 Rating
based on 38 reviews
  • 5 rating 89.47%
  • 4 rating 10.53%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Academics 4.55
  • Support 4.65
  • Fun 4.95
  • Housing 4.9
  • Safety 4.9
Showing 25 - 32 of 38 reviews
Caroline
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Wow!! Couldn't recommend more!

This week was one of the most impactful times in my life. Therapy abroad allowed me to take new perspectives, grow closer to my classmates, and re-spark the passion that pulled me towards speech pathology! I could not recommend this program and beautiful country more. I will definitely be coming back!

This program provided hands on unique experience that opened my eyes to different cultures and needs. Belize's diversity was one of my favorite parts of the trip. I learned valuable lessons and skills that I will take with me as I return back to school. I believe that this trip made my cohort better clinicians in many aspects.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Get out of your comfort zone! Being able to adapt is a key part in getting the most out of this trip. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
181 people found this review helpful.
Kylee
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Belize Therapy Abroad

It was a great experience being to able meet so many new individuals and learning about the culture. The clinic director did a great job planning out all the activities and providing us with everything we needed. This experience has left me feeling like a more confident SLP. Being able to come on this trip allowed me to see a wide variety of children with different diagnoses that I would not have been able to experience in my own school clinic. I am very grateful for this opportunity and the experience.

What was your funniest moment?
Traveling to the Pontoon Jungle Eco Tour was the funniest experience for me.
181 people found this review helpful.
Payton
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Therapy Abroad- Belize

I am so thankful for this program and the experience it has given me this past week! I feel like I have grown so much as a clinician in just one week! It has also made me try new things in my everyday life and pushed me beyond my comfort zone! The program was the perfect amount of work and “play.” I also enjoyed the supervisors and director because they seemed to truly care about us as professionals, but also wanted us to enjoy every moment we spent in Belize! I highly recommend pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and traveling abroad!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I was surprised at how welcoming and wonderful the people of Belize were.
191 people found this review helpful.
Henley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

ULM Belize Trip 2021

This trip was unforgettable! Therapy Abroad planned and organized our trip perfectly with great flexibility. We had the perfect balance of clinic & adventure. Not only did we gain an incredible amount of experience in Belize, but we also had a great time doing it. I feel as if each individual in our group grew in the short time we were here & I will forever recommend this company. This experience has made me a better clinician in many ways & I will never forget the families/children I got to meet. Thank you, Therapy Abroad, for providing us with such a great opportunity!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Be open-minded! This is an amazing experience with the perfect amount of challenges! Try new things & get out of your comfort zone!
174 people found this review helpful.
Maddie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

ULM Belize Trip 2021

Our trip to Belize in April 2021 was life changing to say the least. It was well organized with more learning opportunities than I could have ever imagined. The families were amazing and it was an honor to participate in parent education with them. I highly recommend this trip for any SLP’s; especially graduate clinicians! It was an amazing experience and I hope to come back very soon! Chad and his staff are amazing. We had flexibility with everything we done during the trip! The food was amazing!

167 people found this review helpful.
Jessica
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Graduate Speech-Language Pathology Program

Traveling with Therapy Abroad in Belize is a once in a lifetime opportunity! The trip is incredibly organized and is the perfect combination of clinical experiences and exciting adventures on the weekends such as cave tubing, zip lining, and visiting an island. Attending a Therapy Abroad program is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with clients while also learning about and being enriched in a new culture.
This trip was especially meaningful to me, with my favorite and most impactful part being client home visits in local villages. This study abroad experience has truly allowed me to appreciate the profession of speech-language pathology and the power of helping others communicate. The SLP supervisors on my trip were resourceful, supportive, and overall incredible mentors. I will always be grateful for this opportunity and unforgettable trip. I highly recommend a trip with Therapy Abroad for anyone who is considering a career in speech language pathology, or for anyone who would like to further their studies in the field of SLP.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Try new things! There are plenty of opportunities to try new foods and experiences, so don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
178 people found this review helpful.
Digna
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Experience

This program was a great experience not only to learn about other cultures and their educational system but, also the field outside of the USA. The staff especially Ellen, is awesome. She is knowledgeable, respectful, fun, and truly cares about the students.
The supervisor Denise, was excellent. She was passionate, caring, and had fantastic teaching style where she would show you something if you didn’t known instead of just telling you.
We had a great group and we all got along wonderfully. I think that fact that it was only 5 grad students made it better. But the undergrad were great too.
Make sure you; bring $, lots of sunscreen, and are OPEN-MINDED don’t expect US’s standards in someone else’s country. Belizians are
welcoming & the food is delicious. S/o to Monkey Bay’s kitchen staff!! You’ll miss their food once you come
back.
I’d highly recommend this program to any student.

What would you improve about this program?
-updated assessment tools and more
choices.
-more resources on multilingual/multicultural population specifically for Creole speakers if available
-for grad students I will include maybe a little workshop on the most common dialectical differences e.g. /t/ for /th/ before conducting assessments
-revise the evaluation form and create a more cohesive and organized format
-provide with a standard sample of the assessment form so all look and have the same information
-have a format for OSME those students on the 1st year might have never done it
- talk to Monkey Bay owners about the WiFi not working in the rooms during night time (I think they might turn it off)
-tell students that it is appropriate to tip drivers & those going snorkeling with you-they were excellent and always made you feel safe (Tyrone, David, & Alex)

127 people found this review helpful.
Kathryn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Belize - Graduate Therapy Abroad Program

This was a great program to attend before heading into my first clinical placement. I can say that I am more comfortable leading evaluation and treatment sessions after just one week of exposure. Ellen and the supervisors were very insightful and made sure that we were provided with information about the country, school system, and set clear expectations for the week. Everyone had a different style which I loved because no supervisor will ever be the same and you will need to be flexible! This program was very rewarding and I think that everyone should experience this at least once. Every lead/supervisor was organized, professional, and good communicators. It was a wonderful learning environment and I without a doubt would do it again with no hesitation!

What would you improve about this program?
The opportunity to extend the program past one week! I would have loved if it were two weeks or even 12 days.
117 people found this review helpful.

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