Vision
Vision Resource
Who qualifies for this service?
Students qualify for this service, as determined by an optometrist or ophthalmologist, if they have one of the following:
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- a visual acuity of 6/21 (20/70) or less in the better eye after correction
- a visual field of 20 degrees or less
- any progressive eye disease with a prognosis of becoming one of the above in the next few years
- an uncorrectable visual problem or reduced visual stamina such that the student functions as if his/her visual acuity is limited to 6/21 (20/70) or less
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Who provides the service?
Description of staff qualifications:
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- a master’s degree or diploma in the education of the visually impaired
- vision resource teachers may have orientation and mobility training and/or certification
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How is the service provided?
Vision resource teachers:
- provide direct instruction in the areas of the expanded core curriculum:
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- visual efficiency skills
- adapted technology
- orientation and mobility
- braille
- social interaction skills
- independent living skills
- recreation and leisure skills.
- contribute to Individualized Education Goals
- perform functional vision assessments
- consult with the School-Based Team regarding program requirements
- interpret ophthalmological reports
- make referrals to and collaborate with outside service providers
- request alternate format materials from the Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired (PRCVI) to support the student's curriculum (may include Braille, large-print materials, tapes, e-text, special kits, etc.)