Work-Study Post-Diploma – Specialist Diploma in Community Optometry

Work-Study Programme / 12 months

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Course Information

This Work-Study Post-Diploma (WSP) is designed to give fresh Polytechnic graduates a career head-start in Community Optometric Practice.
This 12-month programme consists of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates (PDC), including on-the-job training with eye centres.

Successful graduates may be eligible for 40 CPE points.

Learning Outcomes

Secure Your Future_x000D_

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  • For Optometrists who wish to enhance their career and improve eye care in the community

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  • Earn a competitive starting salary

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  • Enjoy full company sponsorship of course fees

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  • Receive a $5,000 sign-on incentive*

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Strengthen Your Skill_x000D_

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  • Deepen professional knowledge & skills in optometry through structured on-the-job training in clinical practice

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  • Receive career guidance & workplace support with a company mentor

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  • Attain industry-recognised certification through facilitated training

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Enhance Your Worth_x000D_

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  • Acquire relevant work experience & skills valued by the Optometry sector

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  • Enjoy wage increments & meaningful career advancement

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Course 
Schedule

Twice to thrice a week during the semester: 8am to 12pm_x000D_
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Next intake: TBC_x000D_
Application Period: TBC_x000D_
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Course Date and Time: Twice to thrice a week during the semester, 8am to 12pm._x000D_
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic_x000D_
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For more information about application, please refer to the application guide here. Download application checklist here.

Lesson Plan

Post-Diploma Certificate in Ocular Health
This Work-Study Post-Diploma (WSP) is designed to give fresh Polytechnic graduates a career head-start in Community Optometric Practice. This 12-month programme consists of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates (PDC), including on-the-job training with eye centres. Successful graduates may be eligible for 40 CPE points.
Module
Geriatric and Low Vision
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Ocular and Systemic Diseases
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Community Optometric Practice
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Post-Diploma Certificate in Community Optometric Practice
This Work-Study Post-Diploma (WSP) is designed to give fresh Polytechnic graduates a career head-start in Community Optometric Practice. This 12-month programme consists of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates (PDC), including on-the-job training with eye centres. Successful graduates may be eligible for 40 CPE points.
Module
Refractive Correction Strategies
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Myopia and its Complications
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Clinical Practicum in Community Optometry
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Certification

1 Specialist Diploma in Community Optometry
2 Certificates
6 Modules

Entry Requirements

Applicants with any of the following qualifications are invited to apply for the course:

(a)Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents_x000D_
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(b) Has graduated within the 3 yrs (or ORD for those who served NS after graduation) of the following full-time Polytechnic Diplomas:_x000D_
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– Diploma in Optometry, Ngee Ann Polytechnic_x000D_
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– Diploma in Optometry, Singapore Polytechnic

Offered by School of Health Sciences

Course Fees

As the WSP is a company-sponsored programme, the course fees will be fully borne by the company

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