There is currently a critical shortage of Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS). Successful graduates of this program can expect to find excellent employment opportunities in various settings, including state and federal agencies, health and wellness organizations, and public and private schools.
Graduates of the UMass Boston O&M program are currently employed in a variety of professional settings, including:
- Boston Public Schools
- Perkins School for the Blind
- Westerly Public Schools
- Gloucester Public Schools
- Cranston Public Schools
- Newton, MA Public Schools
- Worcester, MA Public Schools
- Massachusetts Association for the Blind
- Carroll Center for the Blind
- New Hampshire Association for the Blind
- Rhode Island Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
- Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
Visit the employment page to view recent openings.