Low Vision Conditions & Devices (OPTC 1240)
This course provides a comprehensive overview of age-related and specific diseases that cause low vision. Students learn the skills and techniques required to assess and support patients, read low vision prescriptions, and explore current products available to patients.
Course code: OPTC 1240
Credits: 2.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 40.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
OPTC 1110, OPTC 1130, OPTC 1140. No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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Additional Information
- Low vision overview
Types of impaired vision
Impact of low vision
Age related diseases
Diseases related to vision loss or blindness
Low vision assessments
Documenting patient history
Low vision devices
Proper use of devices
Visual field
Techniques to correct vision loss
Laser surgery related to vision loss
Amsler grid
Continuing care of low vision patients
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* The amount shown is the approximate cost of tuition (for courses with tuition) or fees (for courses that do not have tuition).
Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.