C. C. in Ophthalmic Technician
Objective of Course
To produce in Ophthalmic Technician who should be able to carry out early detection of visual defects and fabricate and dispense glasses.
The trainees are to be imparted the following skills
- Estimation of errors of Refraction.
- Fabrication, fitting and checking of prescribed glasses.
- 3.Carrying out Health education for prevention of peculiar diseases and disabilities.
- Assistance to ophthalmologist in medical and surgical care of the eye.
- Skill to conduct ophthalmic survey in community.
- Identification of cases for reference.
- 7.Train individuals to dispense a spectacle prescription, given by an Optometrist/ophthalmologist. Cut and fit the spectacles and adjust frames for suitable use.
Employment
Wage Employment
- Ophthalmic Technician at all levels in the National programme for the control of Blindness.
- Ophthalmic Technician in Medical colleges, District Hospitals, Rural Hospitals etc.
- Assistant to Eye specialist in private set up.
- Refraction Assistant.
- Supervisor in Ophthalmic glass grinding workshop.
Self Employment
- Setting up Ophthalmic glass fitting shop (Ophthalmic shop). With respective Licensee if required.
- Handling the sale of Ophthalmic equipments.
Duration - 1 year
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