Program Overview

Specialist Certificate in Glaucoma and Retinal Disease

Overview

The Specialist Certificate in Glaucoma and Retinal Disease is a part-time course designed for established optometrists seeking to continue their professional development and develop a specialisation in glaucoma and retinal disease. This course covers the most current theories on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of ocular disease affecting the back of the eye, including a critical examination of how state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging tools can be incorporated into clinical practice.

Course Details

• Course code: SC-GARD
• Duration: 6 months part-time
• Location: Online
• Fees: AUD $7,024 (2025 indicative first year fee)
• Note: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

Who is this Course For?

This course is designed for already-qualified optometrists looking to advance their existing skills and knowledge. This course does not carry professional accreditation and is not a pathway to professional registration as an optometrist. International students are welcome to study this course, but please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and it is not registered with CRICOS.

Pathways

You may also be interested in the following Specialist Certificates:

• Specialist Certificate in Anterior and Dry Eye Disorders
• Specialist Certificate in the Management of Contact Lens Patients
• Specialist Certificate in the Management of Low Vision Patients
• Specialist Certificate in the Management of Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders
• Specialist Certificate in the Management of Paediatric Patients

Related Study Areas

• Health
• Optometry and vision sciences

Accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points

You will also gain accredited continuing professional development (CPD) points as you study and work towards the Masters qualification. CPD points are relevant to practitioners based in Australia or New Zealand. Suitably qualified overseas candidates are also welcome to apply.