Promoting Access for People Who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, or Visually Impaired

This self-paced training module offers a collection of introductory information, evidence-based strategies, and scenarios at home, school, and in the community. It is designed to build confidence and comfort for anyone communicating or connecting with people who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.

• How to approach a person who is blind or visually impaired in a social setting
• How to communicate with someone who is deaf or hard of hearing if you don’t know sign language
• Environmental considerations for making classrooms more accessible
• Specific strategies to use today

Credits: This module has received the Ohio Approved (OA) designation and approval by various organizations for continuing education credit.