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This course is targeted to individuals and professionals who are new to the field of blindness and low vision, providing them with foundational information on critical matters within this multidisciplinary field. This introductory course will orient the new professionals and paraprofessionals to the broad principles and basic facts necessary for functioning effectively in service to those who are members of these populations. Topics will include describing the terminology of the eye, interacting with individuals with blindness or low vision, and understanding the roles of eye care professionals, technology, and professional organizations within the field. |