Overview

These competency-based programs offer coursework and practical experiences that develop the necessary knowledge and skills required for the instruction of infants, children and youth who are totally blind or visually impaired, and those with multiple disabilities.

Students successfully completing the Blindness and Visually Impaired program at Salus University are prepared for certification by the state credentialing body in Pennsylvania. The master’s degree program offers students the possibility of reciprocity of certification in other states. Both programs are offered for part and full-time study, with coursework primarily online during the fall and spring terms, and a four-week summer residency at Salus University for two summers.

Program Mission

To develop and offer graduate education programs preparing highly qualified professionals to support children with visual impairment, including multiple disabilities, by creating an interprofessional environment of educators committed to lifelong learning, critical thinking, and dedication to the individuals and communities they serve.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Education & Rehabilitation

Clinical and Functional Implications of Visual Impairments

Psychological & Social Dynamics of Visual Impairment

Critical Analysis of Research

Literacy Braille Code

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

43 SCH

43-45 credits

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Montgomeryville, 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit application through GradCAS

Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $124.00 is required.

Transcripts:

Letters of Reference

Statement of Purpose

Job Resumé/Curriculum Vitae

License/Certificates

Background Clearances

English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43387 USD / year

≈ 43387 USD / year
Out-of-State

43387 USD / year

≈ 43387 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

43387 USD / year

≈ 43387 USD / year

Living costs

Montgomeryville

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Scholarships Information

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