Vision Care Technician

The Vision Care Technician program at CV Tech prepares students through training in the areas of diagnostic testing, clerical skills, and assisting an eye care doctor. Students will learn to perform and document a variety of diagnostic tests as directed by a physician, record patient information and medical history in electronic medical records, clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments, assist physicians during patient appointments, and provide excellent customer service and patient care. In addition, students will give patient instructions and provide patient education on proper care and use of corrective lenses. The program offers practical experiences with local eye care specialists. There will also be a focus on professionalism and customer service.

 Careers in Eye Care video used with permission of JCAHPO

Vision Care Technician, OCAS 9346/9359

Courses

Hours

OCAS

Vision Care Introduction30 
Optics120 
Ocular Anatomy and Physiology80 
Ocular Medical Terminology40 
Photography and Imaging80 
Ocular Disease and Ocular Pharmacology60 
Clinical Skills150 
Vision Clinical Practicum400 
Total Clock Hours960 

High School Students – SENIORS Only

Attend either AM or PM schedule


Adult Students

Full-time 

Approximate Completion Time: 10 months

Cowan Campus
Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:25 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. 

Carrie Brunk
Counselor
405-345-3340
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Program Curriculum

Note: This is an adult-only program available at both the Chickasha and Cowan campuses.

The Vision Care Technician program at CV Tech prepares students through training in the areas of diagnostic testing, clerical skills, and assisting an eye care doctor. Students will learn to perform and document a variety of diagnostic tests as directed by a physician, record patient information and medical history in electronic medical records, clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments, assist physicians during patient appointments, and provide excellent customer service and patient care. In addition, students will give patient instructions and provide patient education on proper care and use of corrective lenses. The program offers practical experiences with local eye care specialists. There will also be a focus on professionalism and customer service.

Forecasted start date for this new program: January 2023 Careers in Eye Care Video

video used with permission of JCAHPO

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