CCC&TI HAS BEEN TRAINING OMA STUDENTS SINCE 2000

THE OMA PROGRAM AT CCC&TI

Accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs (CoA-OMP)

Member of the Consortium of Ophthalmic Training Programs (COTP)

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EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS

Opticians Dispense glasses and contact lenses

Optometrists Primary eye care

Ophthalmologists Diseases and surgery of the eyes

Dr. Brian Adair, Medical Director

OPHTHALMIC MEDICAL ASSISTANTS

Dependent health care providers

Ophthalmology or optometry offices

Perform tasks under the supervision of an MD/OD

Vital member of the eye care team

OPHTHALMIC MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

As of January 2009 the ophthalmic allied health profession was approved as a separate occupational listing in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Standard Occupational Classification. All levels of ophthalmic personnel are included in this classification.

29-2057 Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions. May administer eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct the patient in care and use of corrective lenses.

Source: US Department of Labor

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LEVELS OF CERTIFICATION

Certified ophthalmic assistant (COA®)

Certified ophthalmic technician (COT®)

Certified ophthalmic medical technologist (COMT®)

JCAHPO CERTIFICATION

Computer based exam during final semester of our program

Continuing education requirement—18 credits each 37 months

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT:

To ensure the public health and safety of all patients, most disciplines of Health Science require registration, certification or licensure to work in one of the fields of health care. Most examining boards require proof ofgood moral character to apply to take the registration, certification or licensure exam. This means that any criminal conviction may limit applicants from being eligible to become registered, licensed or certified. If you haveany further questions please contact JCAHPO at 800 284­

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CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG SCREENS

Some clinical affiliates are requiring that students submit to a criminal background check and/or drug screen prior to placement. The cost for these tests is the responsibility of the student. Students who are refused by a clinical site due to failure to pass these screenings will not be allowed to progress in the program.

WHAT SORTS OF TASKS DO OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANTS PERFORM?

History taking and triage

Basic ocular measurements such as:

Vision

muscle balance

intraocular pressure

TASKS, CONTINUED

Special testing—visual fields and imaging

Surgical assisting

Optical and contact lens work

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WHAT IS INVOLVED IN THE PROGRAM?

1 year diploma program

Curriculum completed in 3 semesters

New class begins each May

Classroom/lab instruction

Clinical instruction

CURRICULUM

General education courses: ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry

MED 121 Medical Terminology I

PSY 150 General Psychology

COM 120 Interpersonal Communications

SUMMER SEMESTER

OPH 150 Introduction to ophthalmic medical assisting

OPH 151 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology

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FALL SEMESTER

OPH 105 Ophthalmic Clinical Procedures I

OPH 106 Practicum I

OPH 107 Ophthalmic Clinical Procedures II

OPH 109 Optics and Refractometry

SPRING SEMESTER

OPH 103 Introduction to Diseases of the Eye

OPH 104 Ocular Pharmacology

OPH 108 Ophthalmic Patient Care

OPH 110 Practicum II

CLINICAL AFFILIATIONS

Graystone Eye

Iredell Eye Center

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat

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CLINICAL AFFILIATIONS

Wake Forest University at Baptist Medical Center

Temas Eye Center

Davidson Eye

CLINICAL AFFILIATIONS

Cornerstone Ophthalmology

Morganton Eye Physicians, PA

Asheville Eye Associates

FACULTY

Brian C. Adair, MD Medical Director

Barbara T. Harris, PA, MBA, COT, OSC Program Director, Instructor

Faith M. Race, BS, COT, OSC Clinical Coordinator/Instructor

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TIME COMMITMENT (EXCLUDING BASIC COURSES)

Most students spend at least 2 hours outside of class for every hour in class

3 days a week clinical during the fall and spring semesters

READINESS CHECKLIST

I have dependable, personal transportation and will be able to commute to clinical sites.

I am in good health and physical condition to meet the demands of the program.

I have the financial plan and means to complete the program.

I have adequate, stable, flexible childcare.

READINESS CHECKLIST, CONT’D

I am committed to making adjustments in order to complete the program.

I am ready to attend class at least 6-8 hours per week and study outside of class.

I can devote 24 hours each week to school in order to be successful. (Does not include time spent commuting to your clinical site)

My family & friends understand the demands of the program and support my decision to complete the program.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

CCC & TI application

High school transcript or GED

College transcripts (if applicable)

CCC & TI placement tests Please see your advisor for

recommended DMA and/or DRE courses

Online OMA information session or Interview with Program Faculty

Where do you go from here?

If you have questions about meeting program admission requirements contact: Amy Huffman at 828-726-2710 or ahuffman@cccti.edu, Coordinator for Health Science Admissions in F Building, Office #113

AFTER YOU ARE ACCEPTED YOU WILL NEED TO:

Submit a completed health form including immunizations

Order and submit a criminal background check and drug screening

Complete a CPR course for health care providers

Attend an in depth program orientation session

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APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID TODAY

It is never too late to apply. CCC&TI encourages all students to apply for Financial Aid.

Ask Financial Aid regarding scholarship opportunities!

Call 828-726-2713 for information.

OTHER RESOURCES

Jennifer Etters

S.M.A.R.T

Career Coach

The Cognitive Connection

O:828-256-3436 ext: 23

C:704-890-7621

Fax: 828-256-3623

-A program where students who are not yet enrolled in college can get tuition, books, gas vouchers, etc. from this WIOA program.

-For students who are aged 18­24.

EMPLOYMENT

Graduates of our program are employed by MD and OD practices and in university medical centers

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EARNINGS

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that ophthalmic medical technicians in the state North Carolina earned on the average of $16.00 hourly/$33,290 yearly.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292057.htm#nat

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Contact:

Faith Race at 828 -726-2200 x 2248 frace@cccti.edu

or

Barbara Harris at 828-726-2345 bharris@cccti.edu

For more information on a career in ophthalmology check out these web site: http://www.myeyecareer.org/ www.jcahpo.org www.localeyesite.com

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