Discover the essential visual impairment support services and meet the professionals on the visual impairment team. This episode explains the key vision impairment services for students with visual impairment, so you know exactly who to contact and what to expect.⌚ Time-stamps:0:00 Intro1:32 The Medical Team: Ophthalmologist & Optometrist Roles3:03 Teacher of Students with Visual Impairment (TVI)5:08 Braillist5:57 Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M)7:44 Certified Assistive Technology Specialist9:32 Vocational Rehabilitation Therapist10:47 Your First Steps: How to Access Services for Students with Visual ImpairmentThe Medical VI Team: Ophthalmologist & Optometrist RolesLearn to identify the key medical professionals involved in a student's care and understand the critical importance of the medical eye report as the first step in securing services.The Educational VI Team: TVI, O&M, and AT Specialist RolesDistinguish between the specific roles of your core VI team—the TVI, O&M, and AT Specialist—so you can collaborate effectively and know exactly who to contact for specific needs like materials, mobility, and technology.Transition & Vocational Support: The Job Coach & VR SpecialistPrepare for your student’s long-term success by learning the function of the vocational specialists who guide students toward employment and independence after high school.How to Get Visual Impairment Support ServicesReceive a clear, actionable checklist to confidently take the initial steps in getting support for your student, eliminating confusion and ensuring no time is wasted.Whether you’re a teacher, parent, educator, or advocate for special education and inclusive education, this video will help you stay informed about current events.Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the BELL ICON 🔔 so you never miss out on our latest content and updates on education!📢 Join the Conversation!Have questions or tips of your own? Drop a comment below and let’s chat about it. ⬇️Thanks for watching, and see you in the next video! 👋🎉 Join the SEE Community – It's FREE! 🎉🌎 Why? So you can:✅ Meet educators who share your passion✅ Get exclusive teaching resources & strategies✅ Learn the latest in Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) & O&MRegister Here: https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/ Struggling to support students with visual impairments? Get Your Free PDF Cheatsheet on how what educators should know to support their students with visual impairments: https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/5keys📅 ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Join the waitlist! "International Orientation & Mobility Online Symposium" | Conference for O&M Specialistshttps://www.orientationandmobilitysymposium.com💌 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL:https://www.facebook.com/exceptionaleducators.ushttps://www.instagram.com/exceptionaleducators.ushttps://linkedin.com/company/exceptionaleducators-us