Accelerated Mobility Program
The Accelerated Mobility Program (AMP) is a 7-day residential course designed to accelerate the learning process of cane travel with one-on-one instruction. Taught by certified orientation and mobility (O&M) instructors, AMP assists students in obtaining the basic O&M skills needed to receive a dog guide.
AMP covers the basic skills of orienting one’s self to an environment and learning to utilize a cane to navigate. Some of the techniques taught include using a cane in a sweeping or tapping motion, proper curb alignment and numerous safety skills.
Program Overview
- Challenge Level: Moderate
- Training Period: 5.5 days
- Classes Offered Annually: Ten