Objectives
The module will focus on enhancing optometrists’ knowledge and skills in performing their duty of care as a clinical optometrist practicing in the community. The specialized skills have been stipulated in the Competency Framework of Clinical Optometry and Community Services (COCS), approved by Ministry of Health.
- Van Herrick Angle Assessment• Goldmann Applanation Tonometry (GAT)• Red reflex• Anterior Chamber (AC) cell assessment
Entry Requirements
The candidates must be fully registered with The Optometry and Opticianry Board (OOB) and have obtained at least one of the following qualifications.(a) A recognised university degree or higher qualifications in optometry.(b) Optometry degrees from any private universities run in Singapore before, such as Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Singapore Polytechnic-University of Manchester Optometry Degree Programme, Aston University external degree programme. (c)Ddegrees in Life/Health Sciences but possess a valid practicing certificate in optometry and have at least two years of relevant experience.
Tutorial Schedule
Different day from lecture
Lesson Delivery
a) Class Facilitated Training (in hours): 12
b) Practical Training (in hours):36
c) Asynchronous e-learning (in hours): 50
d) Assessment (in hours): 6
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Please note that the mode of delivery is subject to change in light of the COVID-19 situation.
Courses marked ‘online’ may have compulsory face-to-face sessions such as laboratory or hands-on components and details should be sought from the schools or departments before learners register for them.
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Last updated: 21 April 2025
