Certificate program in Clinical Optometry
Certificate in Clinical optometry defines the practice of diagnosing and treating disorders of the eye to improve vision in a Hospital or similar setting. A Clinical Optometrist can use special instruments to measure defects in vision and prescribe contact lenses or eyeglasses to correct deficiencies. They may also suggest exercises to improve the way eyes function.
Course Outline
PAPER I-REFRACTION CLINIC
PAPER II-CONTACT LENS AND LOW VISION CLINIC
PAPER III-STRABISMUS AND VISION THERAPY CLINIC
PAPER IV-GERIATRIC AND PEDIATRIC CLINIC
About this course
Clinical Optometry is a science, which deals with the structure, function and working of the human eye. Popularly known as Optometry, this health care profession is concerned with examination, diagnosis and treatment of eyes, specially related to visual, optical symptoms, refractive errors and their correction, using lenses and other optical aids. The scope for optometric practice in India and abroad is great and unlimited. It is a dynamic and challenging career which could achieve personal growth, community respect and offers job flexibility, financial success and unlimited opportunities.. Clinical optometry is, perhaps, the newest sub specialty of Optometry. While Optometry has an obvious and major role to play in the measurement and optimization of functional vision and in the treatment of many vision disorders in all population, Optometry is also responsible for building the evidence base for the treatments. Indian Academy of Optometry introducing certificate in Clinical Optometry which include high quality training and professional certifications
Objectives
Specific topics covered in the program include: Theoretical and applied optics, Delivery of patient care in optometry practice, Refraction and correction of errors, Screening and preventative aspects of eye disease, Extended clinical roles for optometrists including shared care and provision of medications, Teaching and training optometrists, International aspects of optometry, Business practice, Patient adherence, quality of life, satisfaction, Health economic evaluations.
Eligibility
BSc / Diploma in Optometry
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The Indian Academy of Optometry is an Online Optometry Academy. Its goal is to enhance and maintain excellence in optometric practice by both fostering research and disseminating knowledge in vision science. The optometry field is constantly changing.The Academy recognizes that optometrists must receive quality continuing education and the most current information about vision science research.
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INDIAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY
Govt Reg No 2632/2019
National Council VRT No. 3034
No.716, KNP Road, Karamadai
Near PHC Hospital
Coimbatore - 641104 - Tamil Nadu
759-292-9696
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