Post Diploma Certificate in Ocular Health - Part of Specialist Diploma in Community Optometry (SDCO)
About This Course
Geriatric and Low Vision
• This module examines the vision care for an aging population. Students will study the prevalence of age-related eye diseases in Singapore and other countries, and how they affect the function and quality of life of the elderly. Students will also gain skills in assessment of visual impairment and the prescription of low vision aids.
Ocular and Systemic Diseases
• This module builds upon students’ prior knowledge of ocular and systemic diseases. They will learn to effectively assess, detect, and manage ocular disorders in a community setting. Students will also learn and understand the relationship between common systemic diseases and patients’ overall well-being and ocular health.
What You'll Learn
1. Geriatric & Low Vision (30 hrs)
2. Ocular & Systemic Diseases (75 hrs)
3. Refractive Correction Strategies (30 hrs)
4. Myopia and its Complications (60 hrs)
5. Clinical Practicum in Community Optometry (60 hrs)
Entry Requirements
Diploma in Optometry or other Optometry qualifications recognized by OOB and Valid practicing certificate in Singapore with full registration with OOB.