In this course students have the opportunity to refresh their anatomy and physiology knowledge before exploring eye conditions common to contact lens wearers. Students then learn methods for fitting and dispensing contact lenses. Contact lens materials, manufacturing processes, prescriptions and required instruments are all examined. Students discuss the different products available and how to promote optimal ocular health for contact lens wearers.
Prerequisites
OPTC 1250.
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What you will learn
- Anatomy & physiology review
Common eye conditions
Conducting patient assessments
Record keeping
Contact lens fitting
Measurements
Dispensing
Contact lens materials
Manufacturing processes
Specialty lenses
Contact lens solutions
Interpreting prescriptions
Ophthalmic instruments
Keratometry
Slit lamp evaluation (overview)
Slit lamp illuminations
Vertex Lenses
Soft Contact Lenses
Rigid contact lenses
Calculating lens power
Nomograms
Presbyopia
Patient education and care regime
Ocular health promotion
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.