Ophthalmic Technician (OPTH)

OPTH 2101 
Ophthalmic Technician I
4  credit hours

Students will be introduced to the profession of ophthalmic technician, including education on career options in optometry/ophthalmology. Basic eye care assistant knowledge and skills will be expanded on and intermediate skills introduced. Concepts such as clinical optics and biometry will be introduced.

OPTH 2102 
Ophthalmic Technician II
5  credit hours

Students will expand their skills of clinical optics and biometry. Students will also be introduced to various eye diseases and disease processes. Prerequisite: OPTH 2101 Ophthalmic Technician I with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent

OPTH 2103 
Ophthalmic Technician III
5  credit hours

Ophthalmic technician III will be a culmination of information and skills learned as an eye care assistant and ophthalmic technician. Introduction of systemic diseases and how they effect the eyes will be discussed. Preparation for the Certified Ophthalmic Technician examination is included. Prerequisite: OPTH 2102 Ophthalmic Technician II with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent