Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired
Dominican University's TVI program offers cutting-edge skills for a successful career!
Are you considering a career that is both challenging and rewarding? If so, then becoming a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) may be the perfect fit for you!
This in-demand field offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with visual impairments, while also enjoying competitive salaries, benefits, and job security.
Join this in-demand field today!
Future-Proof Your Career with a TVI Degree
Dominican University offers two distinct pathways to provide you with the coursework and instruction necessary for NYS certification preparation.
Speak to us about applying to a Graduate Program at Dominican University today!
Dominican University is committed to empowering you with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to excel in this vital profession. Our TVI Program is designed to meet working professionals' unique needs.
Life Responsibilities? No Problem!
Life responsibilities can sometimes make pursuing a degree challenging. Our flexible programs are perfect for working adults. We'll help you transition smoothly back into the world of education. Your future awaits.
Take action and secure your spot in the TVI program at Dominican University today. Dominican University is one of New York's top schools for TVI education, offering accredited programs that can turn your passion for nursing into a profession. Apply now to learn more about our TVI prerequisites and take the first step toward advancing your teaching career.
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TVI Curriculum Pathways
Nationwide Shortage
Approximately 5,000 open positions for Teachers of the Visually Impaired.
$92,411
Average salary (Source: ZipRecruiter.com )
95%
Graduates have a 95% employment rate prior to graduation.
The Dominican University Advantage
There is an urgent need for teachers of the visually impaired. Dominican University offers various certification pathways that will prepare you to teach.
Flexibility for Working Professionals
Our TVI courses are specially designed to accommodate part-time students. Life is busy, and many students work while earning their degrees. We offer a hybrid schedule that allows you to keep working while pursuing your degree, making education accessible and convenient for everyone. On-campus residence is required for a total of only five days.
Exceptional Success
Graduates of the TVI Program find employment in a variety of educational settings, including early intervention programs, colleges/universities, government agencies, itinerant teaching settings, public and private school districts, and residential schools for the blind.
Modern Learning Environment
Graduates of the Dominican University TVI Program are thoroughly equipped to address the academic requirements of their Pre-K-12 students, employing an extensive array of assistive technologies. They are proficient in using devices for braille literacy instruction and adept at providing low vision magnification accommodations.
Expert Faculty
Learn from the best in the field. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors are not just educators but leading practitioners who bring real-world understandings into the classroom. You'll benefit from their expertise and guidance as you progress your studies.
Affordable Tuition
We understand that the cost of education can be a significant concern. That's why Dominican University offers competitive tuition rates, various financial aid options, and flexible payment plans. We want to ensure that finances don't stand in the way of your dreams and aspirations.
36-Credit MS in Education:
- For those with a state teaching certificate in special education or related fields, Dominican University offers an MS in Education for Teachers of Students with Blindness, preparing you for NY State Certification.
- The program, completed in under 24 months, equips you to work with students with multiple impairments, blindness, and deaf-blindness.
- Financial aid, including ITI Tuition Remission for future NY educators, TEACH Grants, and scholarships, may be available.
9-24 Credit Pathway:
- Non-matriculating pathway to prepare for the State Exam for a TVI teaching certification.
- Open to applicants with a state teaching certificate in any educational area.
- Includes courses in Assistive Technology, Orientation and Mobility, and Nemeth Code.
- Completion in 12-18 months.
- ITI Tuition Remission for future NY educators.