This course is designed for students who are blind or visually impaired to learn how to read and write words in uncontracted Unified English Braille (UEB). Students will learn letters A through O of the alphabet, and numbers. They will learn to read and write simple phrases.
Prerequisites
English language proficiency at a CLB 4 level, or equivalent, or department permission; A successful interview with one or more representatives from the Visually Impaired department that will assess academic readiness, learning goals, and ability to access program materials.
Course type
This is a standalone course that can be taken individually without enrolling in a VCC program.
International students: Contact
[email protected]
to confirm whether this course is available to international students.
- Tactile readiness.
- Line tracking.
- Introduction to letters A through O.
- Introduction to numeric indicator.
- Dot positioning.
- Methods to correct errors.
- Braille in non-text environments.
- Perkins Brailler.
For more information about adult programs for visually impaired learners, please call 604.871.7338 or visit the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72941 |
September 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 72996 |
October 1, 2026 to November 30, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 73004 |
November 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 |
Self Paced | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42576 |
January 1, 2027 to February 28, 2027 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 42599 |
February 1, 2027 to March 31, 2027 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 42622 |
March 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.