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  1. Occupations
  2. Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists

Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists

Provide therapy to patients with visual impairments to improve their functioning in daily life activities. May train patients in activities such as computer use, communication skills, or home management skills.

SOC: 29-1122.01

Common Job Titles

  • Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
  • Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O and M Specialist)
  • Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (VRT)
  • Visually Impaired Teacher (TVI)

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

152,280

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $67,090. 25th percentile: U.S. $80,490. 50th percentile: U.S. $98,340. 75th percentile: U.S. $110,460. 90th percentile: U.S. $129,830. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$67,090
10% of workers earn the following or more$129,830
Workers on average earn$98,240

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • English Language4.3/5
  • Education and Training4.2/5
  • Psychology3.8/5
  • Transportation3.7/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.6/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Database
  • Oracle Java
  • Oracle PeopleSoft
  • Python
  • Ruby
  • SAP software
  • Workday software

Technology Skills

  • Ai Squared ZoomText
  • American Printing House for the Blind Learn Keys
  • American Printing House for the Blind Talking Typer
  • Arkenstone Atlas Speaks
  • Axistive BigShot Screen Magnifier
  • Dolphin Lunar
  • Freedom Scientific MAGic
  • Internet browser software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Adjustable task lamps
  • Amsler grids
  • Anti-glare visors
  • Astigmatism wheel charts
  • Bailey-Lovie Acuity Chart
  • Bar magnifiers
  • Braille embossers
  • Braille label makers
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

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Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

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  • Occupational Therapists 29-1122.00
  • Occupational Therapy Aides 31-2012.00

Moderately Similar

  • Speech-Language Pathologists 29-1127.00
  • Mental Health Counselors 21-1014.00
  • Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten 25-2055.00
  • Adapted Physical Education Specialists 25-2059.01
  • Physical Therapists 29-1123.00

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  • Psychiatric Technicians 29-2053.00
  • Physical Therapist Aides 31-2022.00
  • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers 21-1023.00
  • Physical Therapist Assistants 31-2021.00
  • Special Education Teachers, Elementary School 25-2056.00
  • Speech-Language Pathology Assistants 31-9099.01
  • Special Education Teachers, Preschool 25-2051.00
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians 29-1229.04
  • Psychiatric Aides 31-1133.00
  • Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses 29-1141.02

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in Occupational TherapyIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Occupational TherapyIssuer: North Central College
  • Doctoral ProfessionalPost-Professional Occupational TherapyIssuer: Towson University
  • Doctoral ProfessionalEntry-Level Occupational TherapyIssuer: Towson University
  • Master's DegreeOccupational TherapyIssuer: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Doctoral ProfessionalOccupational TherapyIssuer: University of Florida
  • Master's DegreeM.S. in Occupational TherapyIssuer: Indiana State University
  • Master's DegreeM.S. in Occupational TherapyIssuer: Bradley University
  • Master's DegreeOccupational TherapyIssuer: Stockton University
  • Doctoral DegreeOccupational Therapy Doctorate Post-ProfessionalIssuer: Medical University of South Carolina