Diploma in Optometry Technician Program
Diploma in Optometry Technician Program
Eligibility:- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths / Biology with minimum 50% marks.
Duration:- 2 Years
Career Objectives :
Optometry is a specialized healthcare profession focused on the examination, diagnosis, and management of eye health, particularly refractive errors and their correction through lenses and other optical aids. This field plays a crucial role in promoting visual health and preventing vision-related issues across all age groups.
The Optometry Technician course is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge of eye anatomy, common ocular diseases, diagnostic techniques, and treatment options. The primary goal of the program is to produce skilled ophthalmic professionals capable of delivering quality eye care to individuals in need.
Throughout the course, students are trained to examine patients, identify various eye conditions, and recommend appropriate treatments. In addition, they acquire technical skills in the design, fabrication, and fitting of spectacle lenses, contact lenses, and low vision aids—enabling them to contribute effectively in clinics, hospitals, optical centers, and community eye care programs.
Duration :
This is a 2-year full-time course that includes both theoretical and practical training sessions.
Job Opportunities :
Graduates of the Optometory course can work in:
Lens Consultant
Hospitals
Clinics
Ophthalmologists
Optometrists
Eye Examination Officer in government hospitals