Visual Impairment and Blindness Minor
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- 2/23/2026: Project Patriots Virtual Interest Event — Virtual — 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Thinking about a Special Ed Bachelors Degree? Want it fully funded through GMU? Come learn about Project Patriot! This program is for individuals who have completed their associates degree in education at a Virginia community college and are eligible to transfer to George Mason. Scholars commit to working in the field of special education for two years for every year of funding received.- Graduate Behavior Analysis & Autism Spectrum Disorders
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There is currently a nationwide shortage of and critical need for trained professionals qualified to work with individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
A minor in visual impairment and blindness equips students with the skills and content knowledge necessary to support the needs of individuals with blindness and visual impairments, including those who have multiple disabilities and diverse learner characteristics. Completing the minor partially fulfills the requirements for Virginia's initial teaching license in special education blindness and visual impairments PK–12.
Minor Requirements
At least 8 credits must be applied only to this minor and may not be used to fulfill requirements of a major, concentration, undergraduate certificate, or another minor.
- EDAT 422: Assistive Technology for Individuals with Sensory Impairments (3 credits)
- EDSE 201: Introduction to Special Education (3 credits)
- EDSE 311: Characteristics of Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)
- EDSE 412: Braille Code (3 credits)
- EDSE 418: Curriculum and Assessment of Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)

