Blind and Visually Impaired for NYS Certified Teachers (Advanced Certificate)
Welcome to the Blind and Visually Impaired for NYS Certified Teachers (Advanced Certificate) program home page. Use this page as a guide to the Blind and Visually Impaired for NYS Certified Teachers (Advanced Certificate) program from acceptance to graduation.
Academic Plan: TBVI-AC
Certification: Graduates of this program will be eligible for New York State professional certification in Blind and Visually Impaired.
Advisor
- L. Beth Brady, Faculty Advisor
- Christina Torossian, Administrative Advisor
- Elizabeth Fraser, Clinical Placement Specialist
Make an Appointment
To make an appointment with an advisor, please select from the options below.
If you have general questions or need to follow up on a submitted form email soeoasa@hunter.cuny.edu.
Course Sequence and Program Tracker
Students must meet with the program advisors to determine their particular course of study before registering for classes.
Course Descriptions, Progress Standards and Exit Requirements
Review the course descriptions, progress standards, and exit requirements in the Course Catalog.
Newly Accepted Students: Getting Started
Welcome to the School of Education! Visit the Newly Accepted Students page for a checklist to get you started at Hunter College.
New Student Support
If at any point you need support, please reach out to our New Student Liaison, Kristen Hall at newsoest@hunter.cuny.edu or make an appointment.
Newly Accepted Students: Orientations
Welcome to the School of Education! Students will attend two orientations to cover all the information needed to start your program:
- General New Student Orientation
- Program Advising Session
General New Student Orientation
The School of Education hosts monthly virtual new graduate student orientations titled “New Student Orientation – Teacher Education and Leadership”. These 60 minute online sessions will provide you with an overview of Hunter College and the School of Education. Additionally, you will find answers to many of your questions regarding registration, student life and certification. See “Newly Accepted Student Events” below for details about upcoming sessions.
Program Advising Session
Please contact your faculty advisor for information.