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.
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.
| Metric | U.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
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 & Equipment
- Adjustable task lamps
- Amsler grids
- Anti-glare visors
- Astigmatism wheel charts
- Bailey-Lovie Acuity Chart
- Bar magnifiers
- Braille embossers
- Braille label makers