- CODE:HO
- CERTIFICATION:Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate for Ophthalmic Dispensing Assistant
- DURATION:One Year
This course will enable learners to work as an ophthalmic assistant providing patient care, customer service and administration assistance while supporting the wider ophthalmology team with daily clinical tasks. Graduates will acquire the knowledge and skills required to ensure a high standard of patient care and an efficient patient journey through the clinic.
- Programme of Study
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- Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the Visual System
- Use of Spectacles
- The Sight Test and Low Vision Service
- Contact Lens Service
- Supporting the Provision of Spectacle Frames
- Principles of Light Applied to Optics
- Roles and Responsibilities in Optical Practice
- Procedures in Contact Lens Practice
- Communication in Optical Customer Service
- Procedures in Optical Dispensing
Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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One of the following:
- Leaving Certificate or its equivalent. Extenuating circumstances may be considered
- Leaving Cert Applied
- Full QQI Level 4 Award
- Mature Applicants – experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
Applicants should have basic literacy skills and mathematical skills.
Places are offered following a successful interview.
- Career Opportunities
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Graduates may progress directly into employment as an ophthalmic assistant under the supervision of a licensed ophthalmologist
- Higher Education Progression*
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Examples of potential courses include: Graduates may progress to a range of related courses in universities and technological universities as listed below.
TUD - TU Dublin (Grangegorman Campus):
- BSc (Ord) in Ophthalmic Dispensing, Optometry TU761
Glasgow Caledonian University:
- BSc in Ophthalmic Dispensing Management B502
- BSc (Ord) in Ophthalmic Dispensing, Optometry TU761
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Ray Tedders