This course provides a comprehensive overview of age-related and specific diseases that cause low vision. Students learn the skills and techniques required to assess and support patients, read low vision prescriptions, and explore current products available to patients.
Prerequisites
OPTC 1110, OPTC 1130, OPTC 1140.
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What you will learn
- Low vision overview
Types of impaired vision
Impact of low vision
Age related diseases
Diseases related to vision loss or blindness
Low vision assessments
Documenting patient history
Low vision devices
Proper use of devices
Visual field
Techniques to correct vision loss
Laser surgery related to vision loss
Amsler grid
Continuing care of low vision patients
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.