Program Overview

Program Overview

The Orthoptic and Ophthalmologic Assistance program is a three-year undergraduate course that aims to train professionals in the field of orthoptics and ophthalmologic assistance. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation of visual disorders, with a focus on the integration of visual and motor skills.

Program Description

The program is part of the Class of Degrees in Health Professions of Rehabilitation (L/SNT2) and is designed to train professionals who can work in synergy with ophthalmologists, contributing to the diagnosis, rehabilitation, and education of patients. The program covers a range of topics, including refraction, visual rehabilitation in children and the elderly, treatment of amblyopia and strabismus, analysis of the visual field, and management of patients with low vision.

Program Structure

The program consists of a combination of theoretical and practical training, with a strong emphasis on clinical practice and supervision. The curriculum includes courses in biomedical disciplines, as well as in-depth knowledge of ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, orthoptics, optometry, and visual rehabilitation.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are qualified to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and rehabilitation centers. They can also pursue further education and training, including master's degrees, specialization courses, and doctoral research programs.

Program Outcomes

The program aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to practice as orthoptists and ophthalmologic assistants. Graduates will be able to work effectively in a range of clinical settings, providing high-quality care to patients with visual disorders. They will also be able to contribute to the development of new treatments and therapies, and to advance the field of orthoptics and ophthalmologic assistance through research and education.