Cost $180 AUD.

The aim of this course is to quickly give the student a basic to solid understanding of the study of the eye in science with an emphasis on eye and vision disease, prevention and treatment.

The Advanced Certificate of Eye (Optometry) Studies is a self paced online course covering the key areas of the eye, vision, diseases and more. All you need to know. Essential for those who want to work in, or have an interest in this important medical area.

 

Topics

The clinic

The eye

Optometry aims & goals

Skills used

Duties & roles

The working environment

How the eye works

Vision

Testing charts

Glasses

Eye diseases

The methods and procedures

Eye pressure

Diabetes issues

Equipment & tools

Safety & health

Risks

Causes

Symptoms

Diagnosis

Testing

Prognosis

Treatment & management

 

COURSE DURATION
Approximately 25 hours. As a guide, certificate courses can be completed within 5-10 weeks of part time study 5 hours per week.

ASSESSMENT
Online assignments.

ENROLLMENT
Students are enrolled for 12 months, with extensions available for free.

TIMELINE
Students study & complete assignments at their own pace.

SEE ALSO
Diploma of Optometry Studies – Consists of 2 or 3 short courses.

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