Overview

Special Education - Visual Impairment from University of South Carolina Upstate program, you’ll combine the latest teaching theories with practical experience. You will be trained to support students with visual impairments in K-12 classrooms. Our hands-on approach gives you the tools to make a meaningful impact.

Key facts

Embark on a two-year journey that offers a blend of live, in-person classes at the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind during the summer months, along with distance learning sessions in the fall and spring. The program covers a wide range of essential subjects, including braille, orientation and mobility, and assistive technology. By completing this program, you will be fully equipped to meet the diverse educational needs of students with visual impairments.

The program provides more than just classroom instruction. It places a strong emphasis on collaborative clinical experiences in real school settings, allowing you to apply your skills in practical situations. With small class sizes and a supportive learning environment, you’ll benefit from personalized attention. Courses are offered through a combination of on-campus and distance delivery methods, providing flexibility to fit your schedule.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Functional Low Vision Assessment and Intervention

Literacy Braille

Reading and Writing

Visual Impairment and Multiple Disabilities

Assessment and Educational Methods for Learners with Visual Impairment

Assistive and Instructional Technology for Learners with Visual Impairment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-13 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-19 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students: apply at least six months before the semester in which you plan to begin your studies.

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Spartanburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

29760 USD / year

≈ 29760 USD / year
Out-of-State

29760 USD / year

≈ 29760 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13734 USD / year

≈ 13734 USD / year

Living costs

Spartanburg

United States

948 - 1649 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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