Contact Lens Identificat. Unit

Contact Lens Identificat. Unit

OPTX 0010

Throughout the two years in the program attention has been aimed at contact lens styles, characteristics and their impact on assessment lens selection, fluorescein patterns and staining. This examination will determine if the student is able to recognize a variety of specialty lenses to reinforce product knowledge to help the student select the correct lens for the patients vocational/avocational needs.PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of semester 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 of the Ophthalmic Dispenser Program. Successful completion of practica requirements,which include 1000 hours, 125 spectacle fits; 10 multi-focal, 10 progressive, 10 Rx greater than + 6.00D 15 soft lens fits, 5 rigid fits CO-REQUISITES: All units of Comprehensive Exam week.

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