Courses
Courses
Increase your knowledge through our continuing education courses. Whether you're an administrator or professional working with older adults, we have something for you!
Course Catalog
View our full listing of courses on our course catalog.
Professionals and staff who work with adults 55 and older or within the vision rehabilitation field can access our free online continuing education courses on a wide assortment of topics. Most courses offer continuing education credit. Course topics include administration, providing service, health, aging, and employment for people who are blind or have low vision. Note that courses related to employment and serving individuals younger than age 55 can be found by visiting our course catalog.
Training for Aging, Health, and Other Service Providers
T.I.P.S. for Helping People with Vision Problems
Care for Occupational Therapy Patients with Low Vision: A Model for Building Successful Partnerships
Older Blind Program Administration
Best Practices in the Administration of the OIB Program
Understanding Data Collection and the 7-OB Report for OIB Programs
An Overview of Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind
General Training in Blindness and Low Vision Services
Intake & Assessment: Setting the Stage for Success
Basics of Blindness and Low Vision
The Low Down on Low Vision: An Overview
Braille: What It Is, and Why It is Important
An Overview of Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
Community Outreach: Creating Targeted and Accessible Presentations
Community Outreach: An Overview
An Overview of Assistive Technology for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision
Instructional Skills
Understanding Cultural Differences and Their Impact on Service Delivery
Strategies for Teaching Adults with Vision Loss
Adaptive Blind and Low Vision Skills for Everyday Living
Accessing Textbooks and Reading Materials
Mobility Impairments: Implications for Service Providers
Fall Prevention: Interventions for Older Individuals who are Visually Impaired
Gearing Up for Transit: Options and Advocacy Skills for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision
Adjustment and Acceptance of Blindness and Low Vision
Beyond Acuity: Addressing Functional Aspects of Lack of Depth Perception and Visual Field Deficits
Assistive Technology
For Orientation and Mobility Specialists
Orientation and Mobility for those who have Multiple Health Impairments
Strategies for Mentoring Interns: Developing Qualified Professionals for the Future
For Vision Rehabilitation Therapists
Strategies for Mentoring Interns: Developing Qualified Professionals for the Future
Teaching Adaptive Techniques to Woodworkers and Carpenters who are Blind or Vision Impaired
Aging and Other Health Conditions
How Social Determinants of Health Relate to Vision and Aging
Social Isolation, Aging, and Vision Loss
Identifying Mental Health Impairments in Adults
The Basics of Brain Injury and Vision Loss
Introduction to Working with Individuals Who are Deafblind
Understanding People Living with Dementia and Vision Loss