Eye Technician Course

Lesson 1 • Medical Terminology for Eye Care

Introduces prefixes, suffixes, and root words specific to ophthalmology. Accurate terminology use is reinforced through clinical documentation exercises.

Lesson 2 • Anatomy of the Human Eye

Covers all major ocular structures from cornea to retina and their functions. Establishes anatomical vocabulary essential for every subsequent clinical topic.

Lesson 3 • Fundamentals of Light and Optics

Explains reflection, refraction, and transmission of light through optical media. Provides the physics basis needed to understand lenses and refractive errors.

Lesson 1 • Recording Family and Social History

Identifies hereditary eye conditions and lifestyle risk factors through structured history forms. Links family history data to screening priorities for the examining clinician.

Lesson 2 • Vital Signs and Preliminary Measurements

Covers blood pressure, pulse, and basic ocular measurements taken before the physician exam. Accurate preliminary data streamlines the clinical encounter.

Lesson 3 • Conducting the Patient Interview

Teaches structured questioning techniques to elicit chief complaints and ocular history. Effective interviewing reduces missed findings and builds patient rapport.

Lesson 1 • Distance Visual Acuity Measurement

Teaches Snellen and LogMAR chart use, proper testing distance, and occlusion technique. Standardised methods ensure reproducible, clinically valid acuity scores.

Lesson 2 • Pinhole and Potential Acuity Testing

Demonstrates pinhole occluder use to differentiate refractive from pathological vision loss. Potential acuity testing helps predict post-surgical visual outcomes.

Lesson 3 • Near Visual Acuity and Reading Cards

Covers near-point card selection, working distance, and lighting requirements for near acuity. Near acuity data guides presbyopia management and low-vision referrals.

Lesson 4 • Colour Vision and Contrast Sensitivity

Introduces Ishihara plates and contrast sensitivity charts for detecting neural and retinal deficits. Results complement acuity data and guide further diagnostic testing.

Lesson 1 • Tonometry and Intraocular Pressure

Teaches Goldmann applanation, non-contact, and rebound tonometry techniques and their clinical indications. Accurate IOP measurement is critical for glaucoma screening and management.

Lesson 2 • Autorefractors and Keratometers

Explains automated refraction and corneal curvature measurement for pre-exam data collection. These instruments provide objective starting points for subjective refraction.

Lesson 3 • Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy

Covers slit-lamp controls, illumination techniques, and systematic anterior segment examination. Slit-lamp skill is central to detecting corneal, lens, and anterior chamber pathology.

Lesson 4 • Lensometry and Spectacle Analysis

Covers manual and automated lensometer use to verify spectacle prescriptions and prism. Lensometry confirms that dispensed lenses match the clinician's prescription.

Lesson 1 • Extraocular Muscle Anatomy and Function

Reviews the six extraocular muscles, their actions, and cranial nerve innervation. Anatomical knowledge underpins accurate interpretation of motility test results.

Lesson 2 • Stereopsis and Fusion Testing

Introduces Randot, TNO, and Worth 4-dot tests to evaluate depth perception and binocular fusion. Results identify suppression and guide amblyopia therapy decisions.

Lesson 3 • Amblyopia Screening and Documentation

Covers risk factor identification, acuity-based screening, and referral criteria for amblyopia. Early detection and accurate records support timely intervention and outcome tracking.

Lesson 4 • Hirschberg and Krimsky Tests

Covers corneal light reflex tests for estimating ocular alignment in non-cooperative patients. These rapid tests are especially useful for paediatric and low-vision populations.

Lesson 1 • Paediatric and Systemic Eye Conditions

Introduces congenital conditions, retinopathy of prematurity, and systemic disease ocular manifestations. Technicians recognise findings that require immediate escalation.

Lesson 2 • Glaucoma: Signs and Screening

Covers optic disc cupping, IOP elevation, and nerve fibre layer loss as glaucoma indicators. Technicians learn to flag suspicious findings for prompt clinician review.

Lesson 3 • Retinal Diseases: Recognition and Referral

Identifies fundus signs of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and retinal detachment. Technicians apply referral urgency criteria based on clinical findings.

Lesson 4 • Corneal and External Eye Disorders

Covers keratitis, pterygium, dry eye, and conjunctivitis identification using slit-lamp findings. Accurate documentation of external disease guides treatment selection and monitoring.

Lesson 1 • Fluorescein Angiography Assistance

Explains the technician's role in patient preparation, dye injection assistance, and image capture during fluorescein angiography. Safety monitoring for adverse reactions is emphasised.

Lesson 2 • Corneal Topography and Tomography

Covers Placido-based topography and Scheimpflug tomography for corneal shape analysis. Maps guide contact lens fitting, refractive surgery screening, and keratoconus monitoring.

Lesson 3 • Optical Coherence Tomography

Covers OCT acquisition protocols for retinal nerve fibre layer, macula, and anterior segment scans. Technicians learn to recognise artifact and ensure scan quality before submission.

Lesson 4 • Automated Perimetry

Teaches Humphrey and Octopus perimeter setup, patient instruction, and reliability index interpretation. Reliable visual field data is essential for glaucoma staging and monitoring.

Lesson 1 • Assisting with Cataract Surgery

Describes phacoemulsification setup, viscoelastic handling, and IOL preparation for technician roles. Efficient assistance supports smooth surgical flow and reduces patient chair time.

Lesson 2 • Pre-Operative Patient Preparation

Covers consent verification, pupil dilation, biometry, and surgical site marking protocols. Thorough pre-op preparation reduces intraoperative complications and delays.

Lesson 3 • Laser Procedure Assistance

Covers technician roles in YAG capsulotomy, laser peripheral iridotomy, and retinal laser procedures. Proper setup and patient positioning ensure accurate laser delivery and safety.

Lesson 4 • Sterile Technique and Surgical Draping

Establishes sterile field creation, gowning, gloving, and draping procedures for ophthalmic surgery. Maintaining sterility prevents post-operative infection and protects patient outcomes.