Certificate Program in Occupational Optometry

Introduction:

Occupational optometry services is the branch of optometry which sets visual standards and understands the visual demands for each occupation through comprehensive ocular examination in order to provide corrections and modifications to ensure safety and high efficiency in the workplace.

Objective:

To understand the role of occupational optometrist in industries / unorganized sector workers
To estimate the visual demand required for each task / occupation
To elucidate the various methods to analyze the occupational demand / hazards
To recommend the role of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in occupational safety
To demonstrate proficiency in occupational dispensing

Course Details

Eligibility: Bachelor of Optometry (BS / BSc in Optometry / any equivalent degree)

Number of Seats: 12 per year

Duration: 3 months (Full time posted in Occupational Optometry Department at SN and in community outreach programs for unorganized sector)

Course Fee: Indian Students: Rs.30,000 + 18% GST for 3 months International Students: USD 600

Frequency: Four times a year (Jan, April, July, Oct)

Hostel Facility: Provided for outstation/international candidates

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Course Highlights:

Study materials will be provided
Interactive sessions with faculty
In-depth academic/clinical exposure
Industrial visit and hands-on training
Off-campus unorganized sector community outreach programs