A Curriculum Framework for Contextualized Instruction in Workforce Readiness Paraoptometric Technician

Under the supervision from an optometrist, the Paraoptometric Assistant will learn to perform technical duties such as taking detailed patient histories, measuring visual acuity, measuring the curvature of the cornea (Keratometry), glaucoma screening, blood pressure testing, and measuring the distance between the pupils of the eye. In addition, they may well order prescription eyewear, modify contact lenses, explain contact lens care regimens, photographing the interior of the eye, supervise staff, and other duties that optometrist may delegate.
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Date:
2015-02
Primary Material Type:
Program Planning Resources
Other Material Types:
Program
Institution:
Southwest Virginia Community College
Subjects:
Paraoptometric Assistant

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Dr. Scott Schatz, Optometrist (Curriculum Dev. & Instructor): Jennifer Musick, Paraoptometric Technician (Instructor)
Industry Sector:
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation:
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations -- Optometrists (29-1041)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Health-related Knowledge and Skills (34)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
Quality Assurance Organization:
Healthcare Editorial Board
Number of courses in the program:
11
Program Delivery Format:
Hybrid/blended

Copyright / Licensing

Copyright Owner:
The Literacy Institute at Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center
Primary License:
Creative Commons License
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