An introductory course for parents & loved ones
Connect with your visually impaired child, family member, or friend in a whole new way. This 8-week remote course will give you a strong foundation in the Unified English Braille Code.
I am a Teacher of the Visually Impaired with 9 years of teaching experience — 6 years in person and 3 years in a hybrid of in-person and remote services. Last summer, a former student's mother reached out hoping to learn Braille. It was the first time a parent had ever asked me, and I quickly agreed.
A summer Braille course for parents is one of the best ways I can think to spend my summer.
Over several weeks at the library, her home, and on virtual calls, she built a strong foundation — learning half the alphabet and gaining confidence in reading and writing Braille. Her curiosity and determination inspired me to offer this opportunity to other families.
Learning Braille is a wonderful way to connect with a child, parent, spouse, sibling, or friend who is visually impaired. A strong knowledge of Braille allows you to write a note, assist with homework, or transcribe someone's written work — bridging the gap between the sighted and visually impaired worlds with understanding and love.
Absolutely not! There are several free, self-paced Braille programs available. This course offers the benefit of live instruction, personalized feedback, and structured pacing to keep you on track.
The course runs for 8 weeks, beginning the week of June 8th and ending the week of July 27th.
You'll meet twice per week for one hour each session. Over the 8-week course, that comes out to 16 sessions total. Two time slots are available — pick the one that works best for you:
To ensure personalized attention for every learner, enrollment is limited to 10 total spots — 5 per class. Participants will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis.
This course is an introduction to the Unified English Braille Code (UEB). You'll learn the full alphabet, numbers 0–9, and some commonly used contractions.
The total cost for 8 weeks of instruction (16 sessions) is $500 per learner. You can pay in full upfront, or reserve your spot with a $150 deposit — the remaining $350 will be charged automatically on May 1st.
A copy of all Google Slides used during every session for reference and review
One-on-one individualized braille reading practice tailored to your progress
Graded writing practice with personalized feedback to build your skills
A brailler is optional but highly recommended. If you have access to one, it will greatly enhance your learning experience. Don't have one? No worries — we can discuss options before the course begins.
Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your place in this summer's introductory Braille course today.
By enrolling, you agree to our Refund Policy and Terms of Service.
Pay in full today, or put down a $150 deposit with the remaining $350 charged on May 1st.
Questions? Reach out at Delaney@TeachBraille.org
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