Visual Impairment (VI) Eligibility Criteria

Section 3030(d); Title 5, CCR : 

A student has a visual impairment which, even with correction, adversely affects the student’s educational performance. Criteria: All elements listed below must be determined to establish eligibility. 

1. A current ophthalmologist or optometrist report indicates a diagnosis of eye disease, limited visual acuity after correction, visual field loss, or total blindness. 

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For students with low vision, a functional vision assessment indicates the need for special education        

 instruction, services, materials and/or equipment which cannot be provided with modifications or the    

 regular program. 

2.   The impairment adversely affects the student’s educational performance, and requires special education 

  to meet the student’s needs.