Madras University Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant is a one-year diploma program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an ophthalmic assistant. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the field of ophthalmology. The program is divided into two parts: the first part is a theoretical component, which covers topics such as anatomy and physiology of the eye, ophthalmic optics, ophthalmic instruments, and ophthalmic diseases. The second part is a practical component, which includes clinical training in the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded a Madras University Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant.

The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the field of ophthalmology. The curriculum includes topics such as anatomy and physiology of the eye, ophthalmic optics, ophthalmic instruments, and ophthalmic diseases. Students will also learn about the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases, as well as the use of ophthalmic instruments. In addition, students will gain experience in patient care and communication, as well as the ethical and legal aspects of ophthalmology.

The program also provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of ophthalmology. Students will be able to observe and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases. They will also gain experience in patient care and communication, as well as the ethical and legal aspects of ophthalmology. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded a Madras University Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant.

Course Duration	Fee	Study Mode	University Type
2 Years	INR 10,000	Full-time	State University

Semester	Subject	Topic Covered
1st Semester	Anatomy & Physiology of Eye	Structure of the Eye, Physiology of the Eye, Visual Pathway, Ocular Motility, Refraction, Ocular Physiology, Ocular Pharmacology
2nd Semester	Ophthalmic Optics & Instruments	Optics of the Eye, Ophthalmic Instruments, Ophthalmic Dispensing, Ophthalmic Photography, Ophthalmic Ultrasound, Ophthalmic Biometry
3rd Semester	Clinical Ophthalmology	Ocular Diseases, Ocular Emergencies, Ocular Trauma, Ocular Therapeutics, Ocular Oncology, Ocular Genetics, Ocular Immunology
4th Semester	Clinical Practice & Management	Clinical Practice, Ophthalmic Practice Management, Ophthalmic Practice Administration, Ophthalmic Practice Marketing, Ophthalmic Practice Legislation

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
2. Ophthalmic Instruments and Equipment
3. Ophthalmic Refraction
4. Ophthalmic Diagnostics
5. Ophthalmic Pharmacology
6. Ophthalmic Pathology
7. Ophthalmic Surgery
8. Ophthalmic Optics
9. Ophthalmic Imaging
10. Ophthalmic Nursing
11. Ophthalmic Emergency Care
12. Ophthalmic Genetics
13. Ophthalmic Public Health
14. Ophthalmic Research Methodology
15. Ophthalmic Ethics and Professionalism