Our Speech Language, Pathology & Audiology journey will take you to Peru a unique career enrichment and cultural immersion experience! Explore Peru’s rich cultural heritage (including art, dance, music, literature, cuisine, architecture, beliefs and religion, language, communication) as you learn about their access to quality care, their scope of practice in pathology and audiology, models for service delivery, and relationship to other areas of practice like OT & PT. Peru is reported to have a mid-level program to train professionals to work mostly with neurological disorders, dysphagia, and deafness (in comparison to other countries in the region). Visit with staff at the Ollantaytambo Rural Medical Clinic in the Sacred Valley to learn about access to care issues.
In addition to the career enrichment opportunities, you will explore the ancient site of Machu Picchu, to learn about Peru's culture past and present as you meet with an expert expedition guide. Other culturally immersive highlights include: Pisaq Market, famous for its fine jewelry, ceramic, and textile craftwork; a Peruvian cooking class which includes a visit to market to purchase your ingredients; a curator-guided tour of the unique Larco Museum; an exploration of the Incan empire with visits to Coricancha, the sun temple and a privately guided tour of Cusco where you will see Sacsayhuman, a citadel north of the city and the former historic capital of the Inca Empire, Tambomachay, the bath of the Inca; Qenco (Kenko) which is one of the largest holy places and believed to be a place where sacrifices and mummification took place; and last stop to see Puca Pucara, a site of military ruins.
Journey Mission as established by your delegation leader Dr. Dolores Battle, past president of ASHA: The primary goal is to develop an appreciation of the diversity of Peru, its health care needs in rural vs. urban areas, its developing early intervention programs, its programs of service to persons with disabilities and autism, and its special education and literacy programs.
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"Nanda journeys is very special. It gives you the opportunity to follow your passion while making a sustainable difference in the lives of people and places in areas of significant need. The experience not only provides significant opportunity for professional and cultural growth but it makes you a more culturally aware for professional work of all people at home. The logistics, the accommodations, the companionship with like minded colleagues makes the journeys more than an ordinary tour. It is a life changing experience. Can't wait to do it again sometime and somewhere soon. "
Dr. Dolores Battle
Past president, ASHA and IALP
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Pricing per person including airfare, shared room with twin or double bed. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions HERE
** Nanda Journeys will endeavor to assist persons requesting a roommate, however, a shared room cannot be guaranteed. Participants will be contacted to confirm space in a shared occupancy room approx. 90 days prior to travel. If we are unsuccessful in finding a suitable roommate, the enrollee will be invoiced the applicable single supplement **
By selecting this option you are electing to book your own flights. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions HERE
** Nanda Journeys will endeavor to assist persons requesting a roommate, however, a shared room cannot be guaranteed. Participants will be contacted to confirm space in a shared occupancy room approx. 90 days prior to travel. If we are unsuccessful in finding a suitable roommate, the enrollee will be invoiced the applicable single supplement **
Depart from Miami and arrive in Lima, Peru this evening. The stunning beauty and friendly people alone are worth a visit!
Upon arrival, the group will be met and transferred for check-in at your lovely local hotel.
Casa Andina Premium in Miraflores offers all the convenience, amenities, and services of a first-class hotel with a contemporary design and an unmistakable touch of Lima. With onsite restaurant and bar facilities for your convenience, you might also have time to use their gym, sauna, and pool.
Overnight: Casa Andina Premium Miraflores (or similar)
Included meals: N/A