Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Ophthalmic Assistant program will be able to:

• Obtain employment in a variety of eye-care settings.
• Display professionalism in their appearance, job performance, and ability to work as a team member.
• Pass the national JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant Certification Exam with 80% or better.
• Identify anatomy and common diseases and disorders of the eye, orbit, and adnexa.
• Practice within the professional and legal parameters of an Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Follow the processes and perform the duties for clinical support.
• Perform patient screening and proper documentation with understanding of medical terminology, acronyms, symbols, and abbreviations.
• Provide patient services, including education and current community resource information.
• Identify and access professional organizations and continuing educational resources.

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