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The 15 credit hour graduate level program in Deafblindness provides in-depth knowledge of the needs and supports for children with combined hearing-vision loss (also known as Deafblindness) and is aligned with CEC standards for Deafblindness. It emphasizes current issues and trends, communication, evaluation, teaching strategies, and future planning for these students.
Flexible and fast.
The program is designed to be completed in one year (Fall-Spring-Summer) and will be delivered online through Blackboard. Most coursework is asynchronous with some virtual meetings each semester. Each course is three (3) semester hours and eight weeks in length.
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2026
Application deadline is June 5, 2026. Students will be notified of acceptance by August 1.
For questions about admission, please contact:
°ä²¹±ô±ôÌý(740) 351-3177Ìýor emailÌýgradadmissions@shawnee.eduÌýto learn more.
Ebenezer Asiaw
Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
(740) 351-3258
easiaw@shawnee.edu
Learn More:
For more information fill out the form below or contact Gail Chinn at gchinn@shawnee.edu
Course Sequence:
Fall
- EDDB 6501 Characteristics, Issues and Trends in Education of Learners withÌýDeafblindness
- EDDB 6502 Communication and Sensory Needs for Learners withÌýDeafblindness
Spring
- EDDB 6503 Assessment and Educational Planning for Learners withÌýDeafblindness
- EDDB 6504 Academic, Social-emotional and Behavioral Needs of Learners withÌýDeafblindness
Summer
- EDDB 6505 Collaboration, Transition and Futures Planning for Learners withÌýDeafblindness
Program Highlights:
Tuition Support
Provided by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, Office for Exceptional Children.
Priority applicants:Ìý
Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs),ÌýTeachers of the Deaf (ToDs),ÌýIntervention Specialists (IS) in the areas of moderate-intensive educational needs, mild-moderate educational needs, and primary;Ìýrelated services personnel, andÌýgeneral educationÌýteachers.
How to Apply
We are accepting applications for Fall. Application deadline is June 5.
TheÌýprogram is a selective admission program and acceptance is not guaranteed. Students will be notified of acceptance by August 1.
Application requirements
- Complete an
- Evidence of a B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited institution.
- Evidence of an overall GPA of 2.75 or greater
- Professional statement including career goals (1-2 pages)
What to include in your personal statement:
- Provide a brief description of your educational background.
- Provide a brief description of your current employment.
- Explain any experiences working with an individual with visual and/or hearing impairments.
- Provide reasons why you believe that you would be an excellent candidate for the program.
- Explain your goals and what you hope to gain from the program.
For questions about the admission process, please contact:
°ä²¹±ô±ôÌý(740) 351-3177Ìýor emailÌýgradadmissions@shawnee.eduÌýto learn more.
Ebenezer Asiaw
Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
(740) 351-3258
easiaw@shawnee.edu
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For questions about the Certificate in Deafblindness Education, please contact:
Gail Chinn
Low Incidence Sensory Disabilities Lead Officer
(740) 351-3571
gchinn@shawnee.edu
Download FAQ’s
For more information about the program, download the FAQÌý(PDF) or contact Gail Chinn at (740) 351-3571 or email atÌýgchinn@shawnee.edu.