[Pibe-division] Question about Becoming a TVI

[Marianne Denning]

Again, the background courses would depend on the state where the
school is located.  I completed my course work through Salus
University and had to have a course in foundations of education and
human growth and development.  He will also probably need to take a
Praxis 1 test and maybe, the GRE.
I also had to take a class on teaching reading.  I have 2 more courses
I need to take even though I have been working as a TVI for almost 5
years.  He should begin checking the different programs soon to see
what the requirements for admission will be.
On 2/25/14, denise millette <dlmillette at friendlycity.net> wrote:
> 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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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
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