Optometrists are eye specialists with higher qualifications than opticians. Entry into this program is tied to prior optician ceritfication. Optometrists - aided by an array of modern and traditional equipment - are able to recognize refraction errors based on their familiarity with the physiology of the eye. Based on the evaluation of the test results they can select the proper device needed to correct the condition and prepare and fit these devices. Besides restoring sharp vision, they are able to recognize early symptoms of diseases of the eye. Prior Optician Certification is a prerequisite of the enrollment.

Degree: B.Sc.

Length of Study: 8 semesters, 240 credits

Entrance requirements: applicants must hold an optician degree and complete a successfull entrance test in ophthalmology.

Major Curricular Components: Sociology, Applied Psychology, Physiology of the Eye, Pathophysiology of the Eye, General and Clinical Ophthalmology, Physics and Geometry of Optics, Contactology, Materials and Technology of Optics Production, Marketing Skills, Workplace and Consumer Psychology, Consumer Law

Future Study Options: SUFHC Health Care Management (B.Sc.), Health Care Education (M.Sc.)

Career Opportunities: Retail Stores, Population Screening Programs, Ophthalmatic Clinics, Contact Lens Laboratories