UMass Boston

Bolster your understanding of brain-based visual impairment.

UMass Boston's certificate in cortical/cerebral visual impairment, or CVI, offers in-depth knowledge about brain-based visual impairment. Students learn about brain-based visual impairments and their impact on human functioning. As a large part of the vision professional’s caseload, this specialization in CVI is critical to support assessment and instructional strategies for students and adults with visual impairment.

Curriculum & Outcomes

Candidates progress through a sequence of coursework and field-based experiences to acquire in-depth knowledge about brain-based visual impairment, with the goal of better supporting students and adults with visual impairment.

Our graduates work in a variety of vocational, avocational, educational, and independent living settings to support people with visual impairment.

Application & Contacts

Applications are due July 1 to start in the fall. They require 2-3 letters of recommendation and MTEL/GRE/GMAT scores.

For more information about our CVI certificate program, email Professor Laura Bozeman or Professor Tammy Reisman.