This program is open to licensed teachers who want to gain specialized skills to work with blind or visually impaired students covering ages three to twenty-one.

Your training will include a study of specialized content such as:

• braille reading and writing
• assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments
• functional vision assessments
• learning media assessments
• expanded core curriculum 

As a licensed teacher for the visually impaired, you will be prepared to teach students from preschool through high school in a variety of classroom settings or resource rooms. The program also allows for individuals to work in a residential setting.

This fully online program is designed to meet the needs of full-time working teachers who progress through the five-semester program in a cohort, developing a strong network of collaborative partnerships that extend well beyond graduation. Our training program is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills for success in this exciting career.