Q: Is there a limit on the number of tests I can run with either the Free VERA program or the licensed upgraded program?
A: NO. The program includes unlimited tests and indefinite use. Users requiring multiple licensed program installations may opt for a "site license", which requires an annual renewal but eliminates the up‐front expense of buying a program license for each location.

Q: May I install VERA on more than one computer?
A: YES. The free program may be used without restriction. The upgraded program may be used on any computer(s) located at the testing site (school, facility, office, etc.) which purchases the program. The upgraded program may be used on any computers in testing sites included in a multi‐location site license.

Q: Can I run only the vision skills screening?
A: YES. However, since VERA identifies vision skills difficulties in students with normal or corrected vision, the student must have passed the VERA routine screening or have had their eyesight corrected by an eye doctor. Students with uncorrected visual acuity deficits may yield false positives, as routine eye problems may be mistaken for skills difficulties.

Q: Can I use VERA on my laptop?
A: YES. VERA software will run on most Windows‐based laptops with a 14" or larger screen. If a laptop is used, care should be exercised in maintaining optimal viewing conditions (perpendicularity to line of sight, contrast, brightness, etc.) of the laptop screen.

Q: Can I install VERA on a network?
A: YES, depending on the security protocols and user access privileges of the network.

Q: Can I purchase only testing glasses?
A: YES. You may purchase the VERA test lens flipper with lens pairs #1 and #2 used for the routine screening with or without a program upgrade. You may purchase the VERA test lens flipper with lens pairs #3 and #4 used for the vision skills screening only if your program is upgraded.

Q: If I need to delete VERA from one computer and install it another, what happens to my screening data?
A: Your screening data may be lost UNLESS you FIRST back up your screening data to a location other than the program's default location. Always do these important steps: go to BACKUP / RESTORE from the VERA FILE menu, choose BACKUP and then choose your location (other computer folder, flash drive, CD, etc.). After re-installing your program, RESTORE the saved data file to the program.

Q: If the routine screening is appropriate for students in any grade, why is the skills screening recommended for students in grades 2‐8?
A: This is because students younger than those in second grade may have a developmental lag and not an actual vision skills issue, while much older students generally have issues which are more deeply ingrained and therefore less amenable to intervention. Students in higher grades may be screened for visual skills; their results will be only slightly less accurate.

Q: How long does it take to complete the routine screening for each student?
A: On average, about 5 minutes with SmartScreen® activated (including preparation of reports).

Q: Is VERA specifically a state approved screening method?
A: VERA utilizes clinically accepted screening methods and computer logic which are equivalent or superior to approved screening devices and techniques, but VERA is not specifically listed along with older, more generic vision testing methods or devices.

Q: Does VERA contain a test for near vision?
A: Although VERA does not test near vision separately, abnormal near vision is covered by the other VERA tests. Poor near vision rarely occurs in isolation and is generally a product of excessive hyperopia, astigmatism or binocular dysfunction. Students with near vision issues will fail either the VERA visual acuity, hyperopia or binocular vision screening tests and be referred.

Q: Does VERA test for color vision?
A: No. Due to differences in monitors and their settings for brightness and contrast, software‐based color vision testing without expensive, dedicated hardware is likely to be inaccurate. Since many schools are required to test color vision only once in early grades, alternate color vision testing using Isochromatic plates or other standardized methods is recommended.

Q: Will VERA meet my state vision screening requirements?
A: Practically speaking, YES. VERA will identify virtually all visually deficient students required of state vision screening regulations (with the exception of color vision).

VERA uses clinical tests and logic which differ from older instruments listed in some state regulations. Near vision testing is an example of an occasionally required test which is unnecessary when using VERA. The cover test, near point of convergence and corneal light reflex tests are all out‐of‐instrument tests which are not provided by any routine screening devices. However, VERA's tests will generally eliminate the need for these manual tests.

The following are general guidelines:
Alabama ‐ exceeds regs first grade and above / Alaska ‐ exceeds regs when combined with external inspection / Arizona ‐ meets regs except near visual acuity / Arkansas ‐ exceeds regs above grade 3. Grades K‐3 require cover and corneal light reflex tests / California ‐ meets or exceeds regs / Colorado ‐ meets regs minus near point of convergence / Connecticut ‐ meets regs / Delaware ‐ meets regs / Florida ‐ meets regs / Georgia ‐ meets regs / Hawaii ‐ meets regs / Idaho ‐ meets regs / Illinois ‐ meets regs / Indiana ‐ meets regs minus modified clinical technique when required / Iowa ‐ meets regs / Kansas ‐ meets regs above grade 1; grade 1 requires near point of convergence / Kentucky ‐ n/a; determined by each school district / Louisiana ‐ meets regs minus corneal reflex test / Maine ‐ meets regs / Maryland ‐ n/a; determined by each school district / Massachusetts ‐ meets regs / Michigan ‐ meets regs minus corneal reflex test / Minnesota ‐ meets regs / Mississippi ‐ n/a; determined by each school district / Missouri ‐ exceeds regs / Montana ‐ exceeds regs / Nebraska ‐ meets regs minus unspecified accommodation testing / Nevada ‐ n/a; determined by each school district / New Hampshire ‐ exceeds regs / New Jersey ‐ meets regs minus near vision testing / New Mexico ‐ n/a; information unavailable / New York ‐ meets regs / North Carolina ‐ does not meet all regs, no NVA or NPC tests / North Dakota ‐ exceeds regs / Ohio ‐ meets regs except near vision testing / Oklahoma ‐ exceeds regs / Oregon ‐ meets regs / Pennsylvania ‐ exceeds regs / Rhode Island ‐ exceeds regs / South Carolina ‐ exceeds regs / South Dakota ‐ exceeds regs Tennessee ‐ n/a; determined by each school district / Texas ‐ does not meet all regs; no cover and corneal light reflex tests / Utah ‐ exceeds regs / Vermont ‐ does not meet all regs; no cover test / Virginia ‐ meets regs / Washington ‐ meets regs / West Virginia ‐ n/a; information unavailable / Wisconsin ‐ exceeds regs / Wyoming ‐ exceeds regs.

Q: Does VERA run on a Mac platform?
A: Not at the current time. Some Mac users purchase an inexpensive Windows laptop with a 14" or larger screen on which to run VERA. The cost of VERA and a suitable laptop is still 65% less expensive than, for example, a Titmus I400 Vision screener with fewer capabilities.