Program Options

Beginning Fall 2009, a new on-line Training Program in Blindness will be offered through Utah State University and the Hadley School for the Blind.

Certificate Options

There are 2 certificate options available:

• Level I: 9 credit hours of coursework plus practicum hours

  • Required courses include: Introduction to Blindness, The Role of the Paraeducator in Working with Individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired, additional coursework will be added according to the student's desired emphasis, and a Practium (1-6 credit hours)

• Level II: 18 credit hours of coursework plus practicum hours

  • Required courses include: Introduction to Bindness and Visual Impairment, The Human Eye, Introduction to Low Vision, Introduction to Multiple Disabilities, Braille Basics, The Role of the Paraeducator in Working with Individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired, and a Practicum (1-6 credit hours)

Associates Degree Option

• Level III: Associates Degree in General Studies with a Focus in Blindness and includes 30 hours of General Education courses, 18 credit hours of coursework in blindness, plus practicum hours

  • Required courses include: Introduction to Bindness and Visual Impairment, The Human Eye, Introduction to Low Vision, Introduction to Multiple Disabilities, Braille Basics, The Role of the Paraeducator in Working with Individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired, and a Practicum (1-6 credit hours)