Optometry / ऑप्टोमेट्री

Optometry

ऑप्टोमेट्री

Optometry is a healthcare profession that involves examining the eyes and visual system, diagnosing eye diseases and vision problems, and prescribing corrective lenses and other treatments. Optometrists play a crucial role in primary eye care and vision health.

Eligibility and Course Levels / पात्रता एवं पाठ्यक्रम स्तर

Course Level	Duration	Minimum Eligibility
Certificate (CO)	1 Year + 6 months internship	10+2 with PCB
Diploma (DO)	2 Years + 6 months internship	10+2 with PCB
B.Sc. (Optometry)	3 Years	10+2 with PCB, min 50%
M.Sc. (Optometry)	2 Years	B.Sc. Optometry

Key Subjects / प्रमुख विषय

Ocular AnatomyOptics and RefractionVisual Acuity TestingContact LensOphthalmic InstrumentsOcular Pharmacology

Areas of Practice / अभ्यास के क्षेत्र

›Refraction and Prescribing

›Contact Lens Fitting

›Low Vision Rehabilitation

›Paediatric Optometry

›Geriatric Eye Care

›Community Eye Health

Career Opportunities / करियर अवसर

Role / पद	Sector / क्षेत्र
Optometrist	Eye Hospital
Optical Dispenser	Optical Shop
Vision Screener	School / NGO
Contact Lens Specialist	Private Clinic
Ophthalmic Assistant	Government Hospital

Where You Can Work / कार्यस्थल

🏥 Eye Hospitals
🏥 Optical Shops
🏥 Community Health Centres
🏥 Schools (Vision Screening)
🏥 NGOs
🏥 Research Institutes

Registration Info / पंजीकरण जानकारी

Regulatory Body

Bihar Paramedical Allied Healthcare Council (BPAHC)

New Registration Fee

₹1,000 (General) / ₹500 (SC/ST)

Renewal Fee

₹500 (within validity)

Validity

3 Years

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