1 YEAR DIPLOMA IN OPTOMETRY
9 Months Classroom study + 6 Months Training /Internship
2 YEARS ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN OPTOMETRY
21 Months Classroom study + 6 Months Training /Internship
3 YEARS BACHELOR IN OPTOMETRY
26 Months Classroom study + 6 Months Training /Internship
Job Profile
An optometrist is a healthcare professional who specializes in eye and vision care. The job profile of an optometrist includes a wide range of responsibilities and duties related to diagnosing and managing eye health and vision problems. Key responsibilities include:
- Eye Examinations: Conduct comprehensive eye exams to evaluate vision and detect eye disorders.
- Diagnosing Eye Conditions: Diagnose and manage eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
- Prescribing Eyewear and Lenses: Prescribe corrective lenses, including glasses and contact lenses.
- Cleaning and Sterilization: Clean and sterilize the operating room and instruments after surgery.
- Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation: Offer vision therapy to treat conditions like lazy eye (amblyopia) and crossed eyes (strabismus).
- Patient Care: Assist in preparing patients for surgery, including positioning them on the operating table.
- Safety Compliance: Adhering to laboratory safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Work Places
Hospitals, Diagnostic Laboratories, Clinics and Physician Offices, Public Health Organizations, Eye Clinics, and Organ Banks, Nursing Homes etc.
Course Curriculum
Semester 1 & 2
- Introduction to Operation Theatre Technology
- Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology and Ethics
- Principles of Asepsis and Sterilization
- Basic Nursing Skills
- Introduction to Surgical Instruments and Equipment
- Pharmacology for Operation Theatre Technicians
- Patient Preparation and Positioning
- Introduction to Anaesthesia
- Communication Skills
Semester 3 & 4
- Advanced Surgical Techniques and Procedures
- Operation Theatre Management
- Postoperative Care and Recovery
- Emergency Procedures in Operation Theatre
- Medical Imaging for Surgery
- Advanced Anaesthesia Techniques
- Surgical Pathology and Microbiology
- Medical Emergencies and Critical Care
- Biomedical Waste Management
- Capstone Project
Semester 5 & 6
- Special Surgical Procedures
- Infection Control and Sterile Techniques
- Advanced Patient Monitoring and Support
- Healthcare Management and Leadership
- Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
- Quality Assurance in Operation Theatre
- Advanced Surgical Instrumentation