This course teaches students with a fundamental literacy level of Grade 4 and above how to read and write using uncontracted braille code: alphabetic whole words, short form words from pages 1-66 of Volume 4 of Celebrating Braille - A Canadian Approach.
Prerequisites
VOVI 0712 or the ability to read and write one page of text into uncontracted braille.
What you will learn
- Alphabetic word signs
- Contractions: and, for, of
- Contractions: the, with
- Short form words
- Contractions: ch, gh, sh
- Contractions: th, wh
- Contractions: ed, er
- Contractions: ou, ow
- Contractions: st, ar, ing
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70733 |
November 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 70835 |
October 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026 |
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].
Additional information
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.
† 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.