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Majors / Ophthalmic Technician / Technologist |
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Description |
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A program that prepares individuals to assist ophthalmologists and optometrists in examining and treating patients with vision problems, vision disorders, and eye diseases. Includes instruction in taking patient histories; administering directed treatments and topical medications; diagnostic test procedures and equipment operation; anatomical and functional ocular measurements; patient care and instruction; ophthalmic and surgical equipment maintenance; safety and sterilization procedures; and office administrative procedures. |
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Popularity |
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Popularity Rank
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Certificate: |
#454 |
41 |
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Associate's: |
#342 |
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Bachelor's: |
#848 |
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Graduate Certificate: |
#350 |
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Master's: |
#844 |
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Doctorate: |
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0 |
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First-Professional: |
N/A |
0 |
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Degrees Available |
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Interesting Fact |
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In 1970, the percentage of college freshmen who considered themselves "liberal" was twice that of "conservative". Today, the percentages are nearly equal. |
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