Ophthalmic Technology

The scope of optometry includes the detection of common eye diseases, the management of binocular vision problems such as squints and lazy eyes and the prescription of spectacles and contact lens. Technology is a program that aims to produce professionally competent optometrists serving as primary eye care health practitioners.

Eligibility Criteria For Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology (DOPT)

B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT)

Minimum Age

17 years on or before 31st December of the admission year.

Educational Qualification

A) Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination (12th standard), or
B) Senior School Certificate Examination (10+2) from a recognized board/university with at least 45% marks.

Duration

2 years (4 semesters) with 6 months internship.

Scopes

Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology (DOPT):

Ophthalmic Technician

Assisting in eye exams and diagnosing conditions.

Optical Shops/Optician

Helping with eyewear sales and basic eye tests.

Ophthalmic Assistant

Supporting ophthalmologists in exams and surgeries.

Laser Eye Surgery Centers

Assisting in LASIK and other vision correction procedures.

Eye Donation/Transplant Centers

Managing eye donations and transplants.

Research

Contributing to ophthalmology advancements.

Hospital Ophthalmology Departments

Conducting diagnostic tests and supporting treatments.

Teaching

Training future ophthalmic technologists.

Entrepreneurship

Opening optical clinics or eye care centers.

Public Health

Conducting eye health awareness and screenings.

DOPT provides skills for roles in diagnostics, surgeries, research, teaching, and entrepreneurship in the growing field of eye care.