The Vision Care Assistant program at CVTech prepares students through training in the areas of diagnostic testing, clerical skills, and assisting an eye care doctor. Students will learn to perform and document a variety of diagnostic tests as directed by a physician, record patient information and medical history in electronic medical records, clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments, assist physicians during patient appointments, and provide excellent customer service and patient care. In addition, students will give patient instructions and provide patient education on proper care and use of corrective lenses.
Vision Care Technician, OCAS 9346/9359
| Courses | Hours | OCAS |
| Vision Care Introduction | 30 | Â |
| Optics | 120 | Â |
| Ocular Anatomy and Physiology | 80 | Â |
| Ocular Medical Terminology | 40 | Â |
| Photography and Imaging | 80 | Â |
| Ocular Disease and Ocular Pharmacology | 60 | Â |
| Clinical Skills | 150 | Â |
| Total Hours | 480 | Â |
- AHA BLS Provider
- CPR
- First Aid
High School Students
Attend either AM or PM schedule
Adult Students
Attend either AM or PM schedule
Approximate Completion Time: In as little as 5 months
Cowan Campus
Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:25 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.Â
Carrie Brunk
Counselor
405-345-3340
Email
Program Curriculum
Note: This is an adult-only program available at both the Chickasha and Cowan campuses.
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For Information
- Carrie Brunk
- Counselor
- 405-345-3340
