Poornima University Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful ophthalmic assistant. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the anatomy and physiology of the eye, as well as the diagnosis and management of ophthalmic disorders. Students will learn how to perform a wide range of ophthalmic tests, including visual acuity, refraction, and tonometry. They will also learn how to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, including glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Additionally, the course will cover the use of ophthalmic instruments, such as slit lamps, ophthalmoscopes, and tonometers. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to perform basic ophthalmic procedures and assist in the diagnosis and management of ophthalmic disorders.

Course Duration	Fee	Study Mode	University Type
1 Year	INR 12,000	Full Time	Private University

Semester	Subjects	Topics
1	Anatomy & Physiology of Eye	Structure & Function of Eye, Ocular Motility, Refraction & Refractive Errors, Ocular Pharmacology
2	Ophthalmic Optics & Instruments	Optical Instruments, Ophthalmic Lenses, Ophthalmic Dispensing, Ophthalmic Photography
3	Ophthalmic Diagnostics & Clinical Procedures	Ophthalmic Diagnostics, Ophthalmic Clinical Procedures, Ophthalmic Surgery
4	Ophthalmic Pathology & Microbiology	Ocular Pathology, Ocular Microbiology, Ocular Immunology
5	Ophthalmic Clinical Practice & Management	Clinical Practice, Ophthalmic Management, Ophthalmic Practice Management
6	Research Methodology & Dissertation	Research Methodology, Dissertation Writing, Project Presentation

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
2. Ophthalmic Instruments and Equipment
3. Ophthalmic Diagnosis and Treatment
4. Ophthalmic Pharmacology
5. Ophthalmic Pathology
6. Ophthalmic Microbiology
7. Ophthalmic Optics
8. Ophthalmic Refraction
9. Ophthalmic Surgery
10. Ophthalmic Nursing Care
11. Ophthalmic Emergency Care
12. Ophthalmic Clinical Practice
13. Ophthalmic Research and Statistics
14. Ophthalmic Ethics and Professionalism