OPTICIAN

HND - OPTICIAN

Description

    The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Optometry is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of eye care, vision science, and the principles of optometry. This program emphasizes the integration of clinical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for assessing, diagnosing, and managing various vision-related conditions. Students will develop both practical skills and a solid foundation in optometric principles, preparing them for roles in eye care and vision health. Throughout the program, students will explore topics such as ocular anatomy, vision assessment techniques, refractive errors, contact lens fitting, and emerging trends in optometry. By the end of this program, graduates will possess the technical expertise and analytical skills required to provide high-quality eye care services in diverse clinical settings.

 

OBJECTIVES:
    In addition to theoretical teachings and the internationally recognized certifications available for free on www.insamtechs.com, we place great importance on practical training so that our students acquire the following skills:

    • Equip students with a solid grounding in optometric concepts, including ocular anatomy, physiology, and the role of optometry in overall health care.
    • Provide students with knowledge about various vision assessment techniques, including refraction, visual acuity testing, and the skills to diagnose common ocular conditions effectively.
    • Familiarize students with the principles of refractive errors, including myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia, along with methods for correction using glasses and contact lenses.

    • Educate students on essential clinical skills, including patient history taking, ocular examination techniques, and the use of diagnostic equipment.

    • Train students in the fitting and management of contact lenses, including different types of lenses and patient care practices.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
    • Optometrist
    • Vision Therapist
    • Contact Lens Specialist
    • Optical Retail Manager
    • Ocular Health Educator
    • Researcher in Vision Science
    • Clinical Optometry Assistant
    • Public Health Optometrist
    • Optical Dispenser
    • Vision Care Consultant
APPLICATION FILE :
    • A handwritten request addressed to the Director of the school
    • A certified photocopy of the Birth Certificate dated less than 06 months
    • A certified photocopy of the diploma giving entitlement (BAC, GCE / AL, or any equivalent Diploma)
    • 02 4x4 color identity photos
    • 02 stamped A4 envelopes bearning the candidate's address
    • A receipt for payment of registration fees
    • An online registration to be done on the website   https://www.iues-univ.com/  before submitting the file.
TUITION FEES:
    • Registration: 40 000 FCFA
    • 05 Reams of 80g paper(INACOPIA, VERA, TARGET, COPIE) for the multiplication of courses..
    • Tuition fees: 300 000 FCFA
    • Medical expenses: Free creation of a medical file for all registered students.
CYCLE

HND – HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA

LEVEL

GCE AL + 3 YEARS

PROGRAM

FULL-TIME

LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION

ENGLISH 

SCHOOL 

ISSAS

FIELD OF STUDY 

HND HEALTH

PROGRAM

OPTICIAN

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