Optical Dispensers Australia (ODA) is offering a new online training program that aims to prepare optical assistants and new starters to the industry who have not yet undertaken the Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing qualification.
The program, which commences on Wednesday, 22 January, is available to candidates globally and comprises three separate, four-hour live, interactive Zoom sessions plus an assignment.
This flexible online training program is delivered by qualified trainers and includes a nationally recognised unit accredited by ACOD (RTO: 45068) BSBCUS301 – Deliver and monitor a service to customers – which can be credited towards further future learning, such as the Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing course.
those who successfully complete the program will be awarded an ODA certificate of completion and BSBCU301 statement of attainment
Other topics included in the program are:
- Following safe work practices.
- Communication strategies for successful interactions with clients and coworkers.
- Introduction to eye physiology and basic refractive errors.
- Understanding common eye disorders and diseases.
- Processes and assessment of vision overview.
- Interpreting an optical prescription.
- Basic introduction to ophthalmic lens designs.
- Understanding and selecting lens materials.
- Introduction to frame anatomy and materials.
- Appropriate frame selection to satisfy face shape, colour theory and prescription requirements.
- Essential contact lens knowledge.
- The basics of health fund claiming.
- Introduction to frequently used dispensing tools and their correct use.
- Taking frame and facial measurements for dispensing.
- Frame adjustment and fitting.
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The January program will take place on:
Wednesday 22 January, from 12pm – 4pm AEDT.
Wednesday 29 January, from 12pm – 4pm AEDT.
Wednesday 5 February, from 12pm – 4pm AEDT.
The total cost per candidate is AU$395 (inc. GST).
Registration is essential and those who successfully complete the program will be awarded an ODA certificate of completion and BSBCU301 statement of attainment accredited by the Australian College of Optical Dispensers (ACOD.