[Colorado-Talk] Orientation and mobility (O & M) training.

[Zachary N. Griego-Dreicer]

there are several programs which teach this but as I understand it they require a BA/BS. Some like the one through Louisiana Tech are run by the NFB, and there are plenty of others run by ACVREP. 



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> On May 29, 2021, at 22:37, Robert E Lee Ii via Colorado-Talk <colorado-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> question to the community,
> 
> I am finding out, that there is a general lack of Owen M instructors across the nation.
> People looking for Owen M training have very few options, and long waitlist.
> 
> Looking into becoming an O & M specialist to teach this, looks very difficult and challenging.
> 
> The certification requires a four-year college degree.
> 
> Why????
> 
> I understand that most Owen M instructors, that this is just one of their mini certifications and training capabilities.
> And a specialty and training visually impaired includes Owen M.
> 
> But can’t we get a simple Owen M certification course through a community college or or the NFB or something?
> 
> Just asking, and I look forward to the conversation about this.
> 
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