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Diploma in OPHTHALMIC
TECHNICIAN
An
Ophthalmic Technician is a qualified Allied Healthcare
Professional, responsible for fitting eyeglasses
and contact lenses. The Ophthalmic technician follows
prescriptiond written by optometrists or ophthalmologists. Ophthalmic
Tech. work mostly in medical offices and optical
stores.
The Main
duties of a Ophthalmic Technician
include interpreting prescriptions written by Ophtalmologists, determining
lens specifications, making recommendations to the customer on frames,lenses
and coatings, advising the customer on the
best option for them.
The
Average Job growth is expected for Ophthalmic Tech.. Job prospects are expected to be good
as the demand for corrective lenses increases.
Self
Employment
Govt.Recognised
Job Oriented
Lateral Entry-Programmes for Diploma to
Degree
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