Careers Supporting People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
“I want to work with people with vision loss - how do I start a career doing this?”
At AURORA of Central New York, we can help you achieve that dream! We’re looking for compassionate, mission-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired. Read more about specific vision loss professions below, then get in touch with us learn how we can support - including financially - your journey to a rewarding, impactful career!
Learn More About Specific Vision Loss Professions
Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (ATIS)
Accessible technology assessment and skills instruction
Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI)
Braille, learning support, and classroom access
Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (VRT)
Daily living and independence skills training
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC)
Career planning, training, and job placement support
Education
Most of the above-listed careers require a bachelor’s degree in a related field, followed by a master’s degree or an advanced certification in a blindness or vision rehabilitation specialty. Two schools in New York State currently offer degree programs and advanced certificates in blindness careers
Dominican College
470 Western Highway, Orangeburg, NY 10962
Offers a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) Program
Hunter College of CUNY
695 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021
Offers multiple degree and certificate programs including:
M.S.Ed. - Blind and Visually Impaired
M.S.Ed. - Rehabilitation Teaching and Orientation and Mobility
Orientation and Mobility Advanced Certificate
Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) Advanced Certificate
Other Helpful Education Links
Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER)
Hunter College Scholarships and Opportunities