Master of Education in Vision Studies / Orientation & Mobility
University of Massachusetts-Boston

Program Details

Prepare to assist those with visual impairment after earning this online special education degree. You will help them lead safe, productive, and independent lives. The program consists of four tracks:

  • Orientation & Mobility
  • Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments
  • Vision Rehabilitation Therapy
  • Assistive Technology for Individuals with Visual Impairment

The Orientation & Mobility track teaches you to evaluate the needs of adults and children with visual impairments and then prepares you to help them use low vision aids. This includes the long cane and the integration of dog guides. The goal is to help those with visual impairments travel safely.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Massachusetts-Boston is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Interview, Additional Materials May Be Required

Additional Info

  • This program requires a practicum.
  • Applicants are required to pass the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Communication and Literacy exam for admission.