Master's Degree Special Education
Specialization:
Visual Impairment
Certificate: Undergraduate and Graduate
Accreditation
• Higher Learning Commission
• Council for Exceptional Children
• North Dakota Educational Standards and Practices
Board
• Council for the Accreditation of Educator
Preparation
Program Benefits
Equipping you for a transformative career in special
education.
• Be prepared for the changing world with evidence
based, innovative practices in the field of VI.
• Receive personalized learning experiences and one-
to-one advising.
• Small class sizes ensure rich learning opportunities.
• Make a difference in the lives of children and youth
who are blind or visually impaired and their
families.
Affordable Tuition
Students employed in North Dakota schools might be
eligible for a tuition waiver. Scholarships are also available
for students who qualify.
Apply
Contact Karen Harrie for more information about tuition
requirements. karen.harrie@und.edu
(701) 777-2346
Application Deadline
April 1, July 15, November 1
Contact Us
Dr. Renae Bjorg
Coordinator, Visual Impairments Specialization
Teaching, Leadership and Professional Practice
Phone: (701) 777-6760
Email: renae.bjorg@und.edu
Program Description
The Visual Impairment (VI) specialization area
focuses on children and adolescents. It addresses
several aspects of VI including characteristics,
assessment, braille code, methods/strategies,
expanded core curriculum and application in a field
setting.
VI/Multiple disabilities, Deafblind, and VI/Early
Intervention are also addressed.
Offered entirely online, asynchronous!
Master's of Education – Specialization VI
For individuals seeking Initial Licensure
Master's of Science – Specialization VI
For individuals seeking Advanced Licensure
Certificate: Graduate (12 credits)
Gain essential skills and practical knowledge
for supporting individuals with visual
impairments in educational and community
settings.
• Dual certificate credits also count toward a
certificate and a master's degree at UND.
Certificate: Undergraduate (12 credits)
The certificate provides a pathway for students,
therapists, medical personnel, parents,
childcare providers, and others.
• Acquire essential skills and knowledge
to meet the needs of individuals who
have a visual impairment.
• Prepare for the demands of the job.
• Accessible to those who do not hold a
degree and those holding a degree
wishing to fill their personal goals.
• Dual certificate credits count towards a
certificate and a master's degree at UND.
