Myopia and its Complications - Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Community Optometric Practice (SDCO)
About This Course
On completion of the module, the students should be able to:
1. justify the decision to perform myopia management in adults, young adults or young children;
2. manage adverse outcomes, such as variable and poor vision in children using the different treatment strategies (multifocal contact lenses, orthokeratology, low-dose atropine);
3. diagnose and manage the signs and symptoms of pathology associated with high myopia; and
4. explain and discuss with children and parents likely myopia control outcomes, pros and cons of different management strategies, including behavioural, optical and therapeutic options.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
Diploma in Optometry or other Optometry qualifications recognized by OOB and Valid practicing certificate in Singapore with full registration with OOB.