CERTIFICATE IN OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

Course Objectives
At the end of the course, a student Ophthalmic Assistants should be able;

• To accurately perform refractions with Retinoscopy, Lensometry, Keratometry, Visual Fields, Amslers, Topography, OCT, Fundus photos
• To review patients’ medical records, to record patient’s history to keep the optometrist informed about factors such as allergies and medical conditions that the patient has.
• To perform clinical procedures such as recording vision, applying eye dressage and testing eye muscles.
• To prepare patients by giving them all necessary information regarding medical procedures
• To perform diagnostic and vision tests on the patient using optical instruments
• To help the optometrist during difficult procedures in any ways needed, including administering eye medications and readying the optical equipments
• To schedule patients for their next follow up appointment

Entry Requirements

• Those who are interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in the field of optometry can apply. The minimum qualifications shall be
• Having passed all three subjects at the Advance Level (A/L) examination in science stream and a “C” Pass for English language in Ordinary Level Examination
• Between age group of 19 – 30 year
• Male/ female

OR

Any other professional qualifications fulfill management’s expectations and accepted by the management.
 

Duration
1 year in 3 semesters