[Pibe-division] Question about Becoming a TVI

[denise millette]

Katie,
I don't thinkk he would have much trouble getting into a program.
However, he would probably be required to complete some background
educational courses. I was a teacher already when I decided to pursue
my Master's as a TVI so I had the Education and Special Education
courses necessary. Someone from outside the educational field would
most likely need to take some foundation level courses. Not impossible
at all, just a little bit more time consuming. I agree that a degree
in Psychology could benefit him in a future career as a TVI when
dealing with the emotional issues of the students, parents and
teachers. I know that at least one of my colleagues in my current
program has a Psychology background so it is certainly possible.

Denise :)

On 2/25/14, Kaiti Shelton <crazy4clarinet104 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hello,
>
> My name is Kaiti Shelton and I am a college student in Ohio.  I am
> writing because I know someone who seriously wants to become a TVI and
> needs some additional resources.  I hope no one minds that I am
> writing on someone else's behalf, as he currently does not have
> internet access.
>
> The major concern for him at this point is that he is unsure he will
> be able to get into a masters program with the degree he will have by
> the end of next year (He's working on earning a B.S in psychology).  I
> am sure that the skills he has gained in his degree program will be
> useful in teaching, but I know that typically those who become TVIs
> start by earning special education or intervention specialist degrees.
>  Is it possible for someone with an undergrad degree in psych to go on
> to get into a TVI masters program?  He is aware that there might be a
> steep learning curb in terms of learning teaching techniques, how to
> write lesson plans, etc, but he's willing to rise to the challenge.
>
> Any advice or resources would be appreciated.
>
> --
> Kaiti
>
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