Core Classes

An orientation and mobility student crosses the street as his instructor follows

Core classes are provided free of charge to individuals between 16 and 54 years of age who are pursuing educational or vocational goals through a partnership with the California Department of Rehabilitation Blind Field Services division. Grants from the City of Stockton Housing Division, Economic Development Department , Rotary Club of Stockton and the generosity of the community support core classes for those who establish other goals.

Assistive Technology (AT)

Computers
* Windows
* Mac
Tablets
Smartphones
* iOS
* Android
Screen Readers
* JAWS® (Job Access With Speech)
* NVDA (Non-Visual Desktop Access)
* Apple VoiceOver
* Window Narrator
* Google ChromeVox and TalkBack
Screen Magnification Software
* ZoomText
* Fusion
* Windows Magnifier
Video magnifiers
Keyboards
Wearable technology

Braille Literacy (Unified English Braille)

Tracking
Uncontracted braille (alphabet, numbers, punctuation)
Contracted braille
Reading
Writing
* Brailler
* Slate and Stylus

Orientation and Mobility (O&M)

Guide techniques
Sensory awareness
Protective techniques
Cane skills
Route planning
Public transportation
Navigation apps

Independent Living Skills (ILS)

Self-care (eating, dressing, grooming)
Home management
Money management
Cooking
Cleaning

Whether you are an employment keeper, employment seeker, self advocate, or have your own personal goals, CCBVI is here to assist you.