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Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program at The Center for Technology at
Essex
Date Available: Academic School Year
Description: Ophthalmic Medical Assisting is a nationally accredited training program, accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel in 2008. CTE, in partnership with community ophthalmologists, offers an exciting program in Ophthalmic Medical Assisting (OMA). Ophthalmic Medical Assisting is a highly professional career for students strong in the areas of math and science. The program will train high school juniors and seniors and adults to work under the supervision of an ophthalmologist to perform ophthalmic clinical duties such as: taking patient histories, providing patient services, taking eye measurements, administering tests and evaluations, and assisting in surgery. Qualified students will participate in a program that combines both academic instruction and clinical experience. Following a four month introductory period of intensive lecture and lab skill development, qualified students will be assigned to clinical rotations. In these rotations students will work side by side with physicians and technicians in the clinical setting. National certification can be gained if desired, after completion of 500 clinical hours (3 months full time employment) and successful completion of the class.
Grade Requirements:
11
12
Location:
Center for Technology, Essex
Contact:
Anne Harris
Center for Technology, Essex
www.go-cte.org
(802) 857-7000 x1233
aharris@ccsuvt.org
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