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OPTC 1250: Consolidated Practice Experience: Eyeglasses
Effective date
September 2023
Department
Optician Diploma
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This consolidated practice experience provides students the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in the optical workplace with a focus on eyeglasses. Students receive exposure to the day-to-day operations of the workplace as well as practical experience in professional behaviour, patient care and instrumentation under the direct supervision of an optician, optometrist or ophthalmologist. This practice experience allows students to build on knowledge and skills gained in terms one and two.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
OPTC 1210, OPTC 1220, OPTC 1230, OPTC 1240.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Provide culturally informed patient care that recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual
- Perform in a professional manner within the expectations and polices of the optical workplace
- Integrate knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the eye and optics to all aspects of eyeglass dispensing
- Apply theoretical knowledge of eyeglasses to professional practice in the optical environment
- Demonstrate effective dialogue and active engagement with patients and the larger eyecare team
- Recognize personal and professional limits and know when to seek assistance
- Use correct instrumentation and equipment
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 120
Total Hours: 120
Total Hours: 120
Instructional Strategies
A designated mentor will guide and encourage students to apply their knowledge, insight and skills in a professional optical setting. The student and mentor work closely together, and an instructor will collaborate with the mentor and student to help facilitate the practice experience.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
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Participation |
S/U |
Participate fully during the practice education experience |
|
Assignments |
S/U |
Complete all assignment requirements and pass a final clinical assessment review |
|
Assignments |
S/U |
Maintain the punctuality and 90% attendance expectations of the host site and Vancouver Community |
|
|
|
Students must achieve a satisfactory grade on all evaluations in order to be successful in the course. S based on completion of all assignments, self-reflective evaluations, and a final assessment review. |
Course topics
- Optical work environment Workplace legislation and policies Professional behavior Patient care Instrumentation Eyeglasses dispensing
Learning resources
Resources are items in addition to tuition that the student is responsible for purchasing. Course resource
information will be supplied by the department/instructor.
information will be supplied by the department/instructor.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.