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Course Description

This is an entry-level course designed to train students for immediate employment as optometry assistants.  A UH-Kapiʻolani Community College Certificate of Competence will be provided to those who complete the course successfully.  

Learner Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the day-to-day functions, capabilities, personnel, and work-flow of an optometric practice.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the office principles utilized by optometric personnel (paraoptometrics).
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the process for assisting doctors and patients.
4. Demonstrate preparation for the CPO Exam.

Notes

If you are a student with a documented disability and have not voluntarily disclosed the nature of your disability, we may coordinate the accommodations you need. In that case, you are invited to contact the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) in 'Ilima 107, ph. (808) 734-9552, or email kapdss@hawaii.edu for assistance. For students whose primary disability is Deaf or hard of hearing, contact the Kapi'olani Community College Deaf Center, ph. (808) 734-9891 / (808) 447-3141(VP) or email jfried@hawaii.edu.

Prerequisites

High School Instructor and Counselor recommendation, 12 credits of college credits and 2.0 GPA for Adults.
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