Low Vision: Basics, Diagnosis, and Support MeasuresLow Vision: Basics, Diagnosis, and Support Measures
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90 minutes
6 months
Course Overview
What happens when vision can no longer be fully corrected, and how can professionals provide meaningful support? This course introduces the basics of low vision: how vision develops, how visual information is processed in the brain, and what happens when visual perception is significantly impaired. You’ll learn about common low-vision assessments, diagnostic procedures, and the everyday challenges faced by people with visual impairments. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical guidance so that you can interpret assessment results and implement targeted support measures that promote independence, participation, and quality of life for children, adolescents, and adults with visual impairments.
Practical Application
- Understanding Visual Impairment and Low Vision
- Low-Vision Assessment and Diagnosis
- Interpretation of Test Results
- Strategies for Everyday Life
- Promoting Independence in Everyday Life
- Support for Children and Adults with Visual Impairments
What You'll Learn Here
- Understanding the Principles of Visual Perception and Low Vision
- Learn important definitions and terms related to visual impairment
- Learn About Visual Development and Common Vision Problems
- Understanding Low-Vision Evaluations and Diagnostic Approaches
- Applying Practical Support Measures in Everyday Life
- Helping people maximize their independence and participation
- Introduction to the Topic
- Definitions & Terms
- Examination & Treatment
- Support Services & Daily Living Aids
- Knowledge Check / Final Test
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Speech-language pathologists
- Sports Therapists
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Special Education Teachers
- Teachers
- Movement scientists
- Health scientists
- Parents and caregivers of people with visual impairments

Sue Santschi
A certified orthoptist with extensive clinical experience in ophthalmology and low-vision care. After completing her orthoptic training in Switzerland, she worked in several ophthalmology practices before specializing in low vision in 2008.
She currently practices at Pilatus Ophthalmologists in Lucerne.
This course qualifies participants for continuing education credits from recognized professional associations.
- German Association of Occupational Therapy (DVE): 2 points
- Physio Germany: 2 points
- Umbrella Organization for Advanced Medical, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Health Professions (MTD): 2 class periods
- Swiss Association of Occupational Therapists (EVS): 1 point
- Physioswiss: 1 point
Certificate
Upon completion, you will automatically receive a personalized certificate as proof of your participation in the training.
Our certificate of participation can also be submitted to professional associations as part of continuing education applications.
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Peer Review
Christine Zehr
Pediatric Physical Therapist, CAS in Bobath Baby Developmental Neurological Therapy, Lucerne Children's Hospital
“A comprehensive course with strong practical relevance. Particularly valuable are the specific milestones in visual development and the practical tips at the end, which can be directly applied when counseling parents in early intervention programs.”
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