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ACVREP's certification programs are designed to offer Vision Impairment Specialists 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).
ACVREP strongly recommends that all potential candidates for ACVREP certification read the applicable certification handbook, which include certification-related documents and forms.
Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT)ACVREP has been working with a Canadian Subject Matter Expert Committee to develop the Certified Deafblind Intervenor Specialist ("CDBIS") certification. The proposed certification criteria is posted for a 30 day public comment period. Read More
The Board of Directors has impletmented a new policy that impacts applicants who are"No Shows" for their scheduled exam. Read More
Important letter to all certificants from the ACVREP Board of Directors about fees Read More
This issue has many interesting and inspirational articles. You will see in the "Did You Know..." article that we have been busy in the first 8 months of the year. Read More