This course builds on the skill learned in Keyboarding with Screen Reader and helps students who are blind or visually impaired to read course materials and perform text editing with a screen reader. This course will support further success with other courses in the Visually Impaired program by teaching them the skills needed to read their textbooks, take notes, write and review assignments, and correct mistakes.
Prerequisites
VOVI 0700 or departmental permission.
What you will learn
- Basic Windows and screen reader commands – open and save, application switching
- Basic editing using the keyboard
- Select text
- Cut, copy, past text
- Undo, redo
- Browser quick keys
- Navigating a text document
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70852 |
September 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 71055 |
October 1, 2026 to November 30, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 71147 |
November 1, 2026 to December 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.