Optical Technology-Contact Lens

Studentswho complete the Optical Technology Certificate Contact Lens/Dispensing Programwill be qualified to adapt and fit corrective eye wear, as prescribed byophthalmologists or optometrists; to assist patients in selecting appropriatecontact lenses; and to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratorytechnicians. Includes instruction in geometrical optics, ophthalmic optics,anatomy of the eye, prescription interpretation, contact lens adaptation andfitting, and prosthesis fitting, facial and eye measuring.

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A certificate program that prepares individuals to adapt and fit contact lenses, as prescribed byophthalmologists or optometrists; to assist patients in selecting appropriate lenses; and to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.Includes instruction in geometrical optics, ophthalmic optics, anatomy of the eye, optical instrumentation, use and maintenance of adjustment and cleaning tools, prescription interpretation, contact lens adaptation and fitting.

Students who complete the Optical Technology Certificate Contact Lens Program will be qualified to adapt and fit corrective contact lenses, as prescribed by ophthalmologists or optometrists;to assist patients in selecting appropriate lenses; and to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians. Includes instruction in Includes instruction in geometrical optics, ophthalmic optics, anatomy of the eye,optical instrumentation, use and maintenance of adjustment and cleaning tools,prescription interpretation, contact lens adaptation and fitting.