Deafblind Intervener
Undergraduate Certificate
Support students who are deafblind
Looking for a way to make a real impact in education? Our deafblind intervener undergraduate certificate prepares you to work one-on-one with students who are deafblind, helping them communicate, build independence and engage with the world around them. Our 12-credit program is offered fully online and can complement your current work or degree.
You’ll move through the program with a cohort, or a group of students who start and finish the program together. You’ll complete eight-week courses that give you practical skills and strategies. You'll also prepare to earn the national intervener credential through the National Resource Center for Paraeducators, qualifying you to support students who are deafblind in schools and agencies across the country.
Program Snapshot
What you’ll learn in our deafblind intervener program
This program teaches you how to support students who are deafblind. Through focused coursework, knowledgeable faculty and school-based experience, you’ll learn how to:
- Use communication and accessibility tools to support dual sensory needs.
- Build individualized learning strategies in educational settings.
- Promote autonomy, safety and participation in everyday routines.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to provide holistic support.
You’ll graduate ready to take the next step toward national credentialing and employment in a growing field.
Deafblind intervener certificate highlights
As a deafblind intervener student at CMU, you’ll benefit from:
- Stackable credentials: Apply your credits toward a bachelor’s degree later on.
- Flexible online format: Take classes in eight-week terms designed to fit your schedule.
- Hands-on learning: Apply what you learn through internships or current work in educational settings.
- Career-ready training: Prepare for national certification and a rewarding career in a high-need area.
Advocacy in action for future interveners
CMU audiologist Stacey Lim shares how her experience with hearing loss shaped her work in advocacy and accessibility—offering powerful insights for those preparing to support the deafblind community.
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