Deafblind Intervener, Undergraduate Certificate

 The Deafblind Intervener Certificate Program is designed for degree-seeking students of any major and non-degree-seeking students interested in a career working with students who are deafblind, ages birth through twenty-one years. Students will take coursework that will prepare them to implement best practices in working with students who are deafblind and lead to a national intervener credential. It is recommended that students have a volunteer placement or employment at a school where they are assigned to work with a student who is deafblind. Assistance in finding a placement will be available through the Intervener Certificate Program Director. Contact the Department of Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services for more information.

Admission Requirements, Retention & Termination Standards

In order to be admitted into the program, candidates must have a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Double counting of courses will not be allowed.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (12 hours)

DBI 101	Introduction to Deafblindness and Intervention	3(3-1)
DBI 201	Building Communication and Language Skills	3(3-1)
DBI 301	Intervention Strategies and Teaming	3(3-1)
DBI 302	Intervention Practicum	3(Spec)

Total: 12 semester hours