Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) is a renowned educational institution located in Kerala, India. It offers a wide range of courses for students to pursue their higher education. One of the most popular courses offered by MGU is the Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant Course. This course is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become certified ophthalmic assistants. The course is open to all students who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination.

The Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant Course is a two-year program that covers topics such as anatomy and physiology of the eye, ocular diseases, ophthalmic instruments, ophthalmic pharmacology, and ophthalmic optics. The course also includes practical training in the use of ophthalmic instruments and techniques. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the All India Ophthalmic Assistant Examination (AIOAE) and become certified ophthalmic assistants.

The course fees for the Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant Course at MGU for the academic year 2023 is Rs. 10,000. This fee includes the tuition fee, examination fee, and other miscellaneous charges. Students can also avail of various scholarships and financial assistance schemes to help them pay for their course fees.

The Certificate in Ophthalmic Assistant Course at MGU is an excellent opportunity for students to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to become certified ophthalmic assistants. The course provides students with the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to become successful in the field. With the help of this course, students can pursue a rewarding career in the field of ophthalmology.

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

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye, Ophthalmic Instruments, Ophthalmic Optics, Ophthalmic Refraction, Ophthalmic Dispensing, Ophthalmic Pathology, Ophthalmic Pharmacology, Ophthalmic Diagnostics, Ophthalmic Microbiology, Ophthalmic Nursing, Ophthalmic Surgery, Ophthalmic Clinical Practice, Ophthalmic Community Health, Ophthalmic Administration & Management
2nd Semester	Ophthalmic Optics, Ophthalmic Refraction, Ophthalmic Dispensing, Ophthalmic Pathology, Ophthalmic Pharmacology, Ophthalmic Diagnostics, Ophthalmic Microbiology, Ophthalmic Nursing, Ophthalmic Surgery, Ophthalmic Clinical Practice, Ophthalmic Community Health, Ophthalmic Administration & Management

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