Learn the scientific principles imperative to ensuring optimal eye care as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and medical technologists.

The Ophthalmic and Optometric Assisting certificate program is two semesters long (including a four-week practicum) and prepares students to operate as medical office professionals with specialized knowledge in ophthalmic (eye health) and optometric (vision care) terminology and clinical procedures.

Throughout the program, students will learn the scientific principles imperative to ensuring optimal eye care as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and medical technologists. This program is unique in that it includes a combination of ophthalmic and optometric competencies, providing graduates with skillets for two professions in one program.

Is this the right fit for me?
Students with higher secondary or post-secondary marks and effective communication skills in English usually experience greater success in SAIT’s programs.

Health care practitioners are detail-oriented in the care they provide and enjoy working in a team environment.

Basic computer skills are essential for success in this program.

Credentials
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be awarded a SAIT Ophthalmic and Optometric Assisting certificate.

Graduates can pursue job opportunities as a(n):

ophthalmic assistant
optometric assistant
Related careers include:

optical laboratory technician
optometrist ophthalmologist