We begin the week by diving into articulation, phonology, and speech sound disorders. You’ll leave this session with strategies to confidently assess and intervene on the correct sounds, regardless of the languages a child speaks.

In the afternoon, we’ll visit a local health clinic or community center to learn about service delivery in Costa Rica. Through conversations with staff and observations of community-based programs, you’ll gain first-hand insight into how cultural and linguistic diversity shapes access to care. This authentic experience highlights the intersection of speech-language pathology, public health, and cultural responsiveness—setting the tone for the rest of the week.

Language assessment and intervention is all about mastering non-standardized and dynamic assessment strategies to confidently diagnose, gauge progress, and identify goals. This day is dedicated to sharpening your skills in evidence-based, culturally responsive language evaluation.

After the workshop, we’ll head out for a boat safari on the Tarcoles River, home to one of the world’s largest crocodile populations. Along the way, local guides will share insights into Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity, from scarlet macaws to iguanas, as we float toward the Pacific and back.

Half of maintaining manageable caseloads comes from knowing when to refer, when to dismiss, and how to streamline evaluations. This workshop introduces modern methods and tools that empower SLPs to make smarter clinical decisions, reduce caseload sizes, and maximize therapy outcomes.

The afternoon is free for you to design your own Costa Rican adventure. Options include surf lessons on Jaco Beach, a canopy zipline tour, exploring boutique shops and cafés in town, or simply unwinding with toes in the sand. Families and guests are encouraged to join in—there’s something for everyone.

On our final workshop day, we bring together everything you’ve learned by focusing on literacy and curriculum-based interventions that accelerate growth across diverse classrooms. You’ll leave with actionable strategies that apply directly to bilingual and multicultural settings.

In the evening, we’ll gather for a farewell dinner by the ocean, complete with Costa Rican music, fresh seafood, and breathtaking views of the sunset over the Pacific. It’s the perfect way to celebrate new friendships, professional growth, and cultural connection.

After breakfast, group transfers will be provided back to San José International Airport (SJO). If you’re not ready to say goodbye, extend your stay and explore more of Costa Rica—whether that’s hiking volcanoes, visiting Manuel Antonio National Park, or simply enjoying extra time on the beach.