Continuing Education

Continuing Education

The OIB-TAC offers a wide assortment of continuing education credits, monthly webinars, and annual conferences to promote active learning and advance understanding of best practices and working with individuals who are blind or have low vision. 

 

 

Types of Continuing Education

Webinars

Monthly webinars focused on our mission of providing resources toward independent living, community involvement, and well-being for older individuals who are blind or have low vision. 

Courses

Courses that will benefit you and your staff, and provide continuing education credits, are available from the OIB-TAC.

Conferences

Conferences provide the opportunity for OIB program managers to learn about best practices, trends in OIB programs, and collaborate on shared experiences. 

Upcoming Webinars & Conferences

Recognizing Elder Abuse: Signs, Resources, and Next Steps

Webinar | Oct 16, 2026 | 2:00 pm CDT

Older adults who are blind or have low vision may face increased vulnerability to abuse, neglect, exploitation, and self-neglect. As trusted service providers, vision rehabilitation professionals are uniquely positioned to recognize concerns and connect individuals with support.

New Course Highlight

Unpacking the 7-OB: Understanding Data Collection and Reporting

The 7-OB report plays a critical role in documenting OIB program activities, expenditures, and outcomes. This course explores the structure and requirements of the 7-OB report and presents practical strategies for collecting, managing, and reporting accurate data. Approaches for addressing common reporting challenges, improving data quality, and using report data to support program planning and decision-making are also presented. 

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Looking for Technical Assistance?

Find helpful technical assistance in program performance and data collection, personnel management, direct service, state agency managers list, and community outreach.

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More Ways to Learn and Network

• Read the latest research going on at the NRTC: https://www.blind.msstate.edu/research
• Explore resources for employment on NTAC-BLV: https://www.ntac.blind.msstate.edu/
• Read JVIB for a global perspective on research studies: https://www.afb.org/news-publications/publications/jvib
• Consider joining a professional association such as AER, AVRT, or OMSA.