OPTM X310 - Low Vision Basics For The Primary Care Optometrist
This course will highlight entry-level low vision rehabilitation care that can be provided with minimal additional equipment in a primary care optometry setting. We will review the basics of the goal-oriented case history focused on low vision rehabilitation, as well as straightforward interventions. Specific rehabilitation topics to be covered will include assessment and prescribing of high adds, easy-to-use low-powered magnification, and the use and modification of technology that patients may already own.
Delivery Options
Online, Self-Paced : This course is available fully online with no scheduled class sessions or fixed due dates. You can start coursework at any time and work through it independently at your own pace, within the timeframe designated. Online modules may include readings, lecture videos, assignments, quizzes and more.
Time to Completion
This course is projected to take 2 hour(s) to complete.
Course Completion Requirements
Learners must successfully complete and pass a post activity test. A score of 90% or greater is needed to receive credit for the course. Once the course has been successfully completed, the College of Optometry will upload the course credit to ARBO. Please allow six to eight weeks for the credit to appear on your OE Tracker transcripts.
Technology Requirements
The following is recommended:
- Reliable internet connection
- The current and previous major releases of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
What You'll Learn
- Identify entry-level low vision rehabilitation care that can be provided with minimal additional equipment in a primary care optometry setting.
- Review the basics of the goal-oriented case history focused on low vision rehabilitation.
- Discuss assessment and prescribing of high adds, easy-to-use low-powered magnification, the use and modification of technology that patients may already own, and other topics
What You'll Earn
- 1 CEU from the Ohio State University College of Optometry.
Additional Information
Instructor: Dr. Rebecca Deffler
COPE: 101466-LV
Contact Us
For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.
For questions about course details contact CE@optometry.osu.edu.