Diploma In Ophthalmic Technique (DOT)
Overview
- Diploma in Ophthalmic Technique is a course which deals with Basic eye examination.
- Along with Eye management students will be trained in various departments like Operation theater and basic nursing care which will add extra weight for Job opportunities.
- After pursuing this degree students can work as refractionist along with management of few common eye diseases.
- Students also can also pursue Bachelor degree after this through lateral entry.
- After completion this program, students will have the knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to optical or healthcare trade.
Eligibility
Candidates should have passes SSLC with minimum of 55% marks.
Attendance
80% of total number of classes conducted in a year. Only those candidates are eligible to appear for university examination
Higher Studies
* Lateral entry for B.Sc Optometry(2nd year) * Lateral entry for Bachelor in Public Health(2nd year)
Duration
3 years including 1 year of Internship
Internship
3 months (90days) of Clinical postings
Job Opportunities
- Private Practitioner in Eye clinic
- Vision Consultant
- Optician
- Sales manager in Multi-national companies
- Professional services
- Quality control manager in Multi-national companies
- Can work as Optometrist in Private Hospitals
- Can work as Optometrist in Government Hospitals
Working Field
- Government Hospitals
- Private Hospitals
- College / Universities
- Multi-National companies
- Clinical Research