Program Overview

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Ophthalmology for nurses, HT26

Overview

The Ophthalmology for Nurses course is designed for nurses working in ophthalmic care. The course aims to provide in-depth knowledge of ophthalmology and ophthalmological examination methods.

Course Description

The course covers the structure and function of the eye and visual system, examination methods, diagnoses, and treatments. The curriculum includes:

• Anatomy, Physiology, and Optics of the Eye
• Ophthalmology and Ophthalmological Examination Methods (Ophthalmology and Ophthalmological Examination Methods)
• Surgical Ophthalmology and Perioperative Care (Surgical Ophthalmology and Perioperative Care)
• Ophthalmological Care in Outpatient Clinics
• Ophthalmological Care in Operating Rooms
• Elective Course in Ophthalmology for Nurses
• Glaucoma, diagnosis and treatment (Glaucoma, Diagnosis, and Treatment)
• Neuro-Ophthalmology (Neuro-Ophthalmology)
• Retina/diabetic eye care (Retina/Diabetic Eye Care)
• Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Emergency Eye Care
• Scientific Method (Scientific Method)

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the course, applicants must have:

• A nursing degree (at least 120 credits, including a degree in nursing)
• Employment in ophthalmic care

Course Format

The course is full-time and includes:

• 8 physical meetings with lectures, method exercises, patient receptions, workshops, and seminars
• Theoretical parts are conveyed through the learning platform Canvas
• Workplace-based education (VFU, workplace-based education) is arranged by the participant themselves and accounts for about half of the course

Assessment

The course is assessed through:

• Participation in VFU
• Submission of assignments
• Evaluation of the participant's ability to meet the course objectives

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee for the course is SEK 110,000 (excluding VAT).

Credits

The course is worth 60 credits.

Language

The course is taught in Swedish.

Duration

The course is planned for the fall of 2026.

Maximum Number of Participants

The maximum number of participants is 25.

Additional Information

After completing the course, participants may be eligible to apply for a master's degree in optometry.