BASIC
Low Vision: Basics, Diagnosis, and Support Measures
Sight shapes our development and, for many, would be the last sense they would be willing to give up.
But what if visual perception is severely impaired and this impairment cannot be corrected with glasses?
In this course, you will learn about the processes involved in how an image is formed in the brain, how we visually perceive our environment, and what tests are included in a low vision evaluation. You will also learn how to use the results of these evaluations to develop targeted support strategies and help people with visual impairments manage their daily lives more independently.
Course Content
- Introduction to the Topic
- Definitions & Terms
- Development and Changes in Vision
- Examination & Treatment
- Support Measures & Assistance in Everyday Life
- Final Test
This course is designed for anyone who works with or cares for children, adolescents, and adults with visual impairments. It is therefore also of interest to parents and guardians.
- Therapists from all fields (physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, sports therapy, etc.)
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Special education teachers and educators
- Exercise and Health Scientists*
90 minutes of study time
including handout
Available for 6 months from the date of booking
Meet the Teacher
Sue Santschi
Sue Santschi is a certified orthoptist. After completing her orthoptics training at the Lucerne Eye Clinic and the German-Swiss School of Orthoptics in St. Gallen, she worked at several ophthalmology practices in Central Switzerland; since 2019, she has been with Pilatus Ophthalmologists in Lucerne. In 2008, she completed a specialized training program in low vision orthoptics. She lives with her family and her Labrador in the beautiful canton of Nidwalden in Switzerland. In addition to enjoying outdoor excursions, she loves playing volleyball, volunteers at the “Clubbeizli” of the Stans soccer club, and loves reading books.
Informational Video
, Low Vision
Continuing Education Credits
and
Certificate
For this course, you will receive the following continuing education credits
- Association of Occupational Therapists (EVS): 1 class period
- physioswiss: 1 class period
- Occupational Therapy Association: 2 class periods
- Physical Therapy Association: 2 class periods
- German Association for Health-Related Sports and Sports Therapy (DVGS): 2 class periods
- Umbrella Organization for Medical-Technical Services (MTD): 2 class periods*
Upon completion of the course, you will automatically receive a personalized certificate that serves as proof of your continuing education.
* Our certificate of participation can be submitted to your professional association as part of an application for the MTD-CPD certificate.
