Course Objective : Advance Diploma in Optometry and Ophthalmic Techniques/Technology is aimed to develop a
multipurpose ophthalmic manpower in the country. The students can employ themselves in specialized
eye hospitals,optical outlets, practice independently and dispense glasses, contact lenses and low vision
aids.
Course Duration
- Total Duration: 1200 hrs.
- Session Duration: Daily 2 hrs.
- In Normal Track the course shall be completed in 24 months.
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent with science subject (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with minimum 45% marks
Knowledge and Skills :
- Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye
- Preliminary Testing of Patients
- Advising Patients on Lens and Frame Selections
- Repair & Adjusting Eyeglasses
- Patient Safety & Emergency Codes
- Training Contact Lens Patients
- Knowledge of Medical Law & Ethics
- Knowledge About Contact Lenses
- Medical Records Management
- Preliminary Testing of Patients
- Advising Patients on Lens and Frame Selections
- Teaching Low Vision Patients How to Use Special Devices
- Managing Ophthalmic Inventory
- Infection Control
- Isolation Practices
Employability:
- Assistant Optometrists
- Assistant Ophthalmic Technician
- Assistant Refractionists
- Executive- AR & Medical Billing
Program Structure :
| Year |
Course Name |
| 1st Year |
Anatomy |
| Physiology |
| Biochemistry |
| Basic Communication Skills |
| Advanced IT Skills |
| Patient Safety |
| Infection Control |
| Introduction to Optometry & Ophthalmic Techniques |
| Basic Ocular Science |
| 2nd Year | Para Clinical Science- Pathology |
| Para Clinical Science- Pharmacology |
| Dispensing Optics & Visual Optics |
| Basic & Advance Orthoptics |
| Contact Lenses |
| Optometric Instruments And Procedures |
| Optometry For Specific Group
(applied, Community & Occupational) |
| Low Vision Aids |
| Hospital Management |