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THIS TOPIC WILL BE OFFERED FROM 2027.

Overview

This topic aims to further expand upon the knowledge gained in Primary Eye Care 1. The students will be placed in a 6-week placement that will allow the student to independently examine and co-management a range of patient presentations. Students will be required to demonstrate foundational competencies aligned to the … For more content click the Read More button below.

Aims

The aim of this topic is to:  

  • Optometry entry-level understanding on the required ocular examination for a variety of patient presentations
  • Develop students critical thinking and understanding of the diagnosis management of eye disease, including therapeutics when required, to a standard defined by the optometry entry-level competencies

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Construct and perform a comprehensive eye examination, which has been tailored to the needs of the specific patient, to the level of OCANZ entry level competencies
2.
Critically appraise, with sound evidence based clinical reasoning, a challenging clinical case and professional issue
3.
Appraise the spectrum of eye and vision disorders, the clinical management and the evidence base that informs the management
4.
Demonstrate foundational competency as determined by OCANZ entry level competencies
5.
Demonstrate strategies for personal and professional leadership, lifelong learning, and resilience in working with health system challenges to cultural safety, including in partnership with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health professionals and leaders

Requisites information

Pre-requisites: