ACVREP Certifications
ACVREP, through its Subject Matter Expert Committees, establishes the quality standards for each of its five certifications.
ACVREP's certification programs are designed to offer Vision Impairment Specialists, who provide services to individuals who are blind or have low vision, the means to demonstrate critical knowledge and skills that promote the provision of quality services and ethical practice.
ACVREP's certified professionals possess a level of quality and care that is unmatched in the field. ACVREP's commitment to quality builds confidence and trust in both employers and individuals seeking and receiving services from Vision Impairment Specialists such as Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS), Certified Low Vision Therapists (CLVT), Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapists (CVRT), Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialists (CATIS), Certified Deafblind Intervenor Specialist (CDBIS).
ACVREP strongly recommends that all potential candidates for ACVREP certification read the applicable certification handbook, which include certification-related documents and forms.
If you don't have the education needed for the certification that you are interested in, you can find a list of Accredited university programs at www.aerbvi.org/personnel-preparation.
Available Certifications
Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT)
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT)
Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for People with Visual Impairments (CATIS)
Certified Deafblind Intervenor Specialist (CDBIS)
ACVREP News and Information
Mon, 10 Mar 2025Message from the ACVREP Board of Directors to Certificants, Collaborating Professionals and all Stakeholders.
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Fri, 31 Jan 2025A message from the ACVREP Board of Directors following the close of the public comment period about the new OT certification
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Thu, 16 Jan 2025An important message from the ACVREP Board of Directors about the new certification for Occupational Therapists and the Public Comment Period
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Thu, 05 Dec 2024ACVREP Board of Directors, the Subject Matter Expert Committee, and the Advisory Committee Post the OT certification proposed certification criteria for public comment until January 30, 2025
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