Optometry
Optometry is an exciting journey into the world of eyesight, where you'll learn to diagnose, treat, and manage vision disorders. With a focus on using precision tests and instruments, patient examination, and clinical decision-making, this course will equip you with the hard skills necessary for a career as an optometrist or dispensing optician.
Beyond the technical aspects, optometry also demands strong communication, sales, customer service, problem-solving, and leadership abilities. You'll learn how to effectively interact with patients, understand their needs, and provide them with the best possible solutions for their vision problems.
With a degree in Optometry, you'll be at the forefront of preserving and improving people's eyesight. Whether you're working in a private practice, conducting research, or leading a team in an optical company, this field offers endless opportunities to make a real difference in people's lives. If you're passionate about health, science, and helping others, then optometry could be the perfect path for you.
Hard Skills
- Use precision tests and instruments
- Patient examination
- Clinical decision-making
- Disease detection and/or referral
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Sales
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
Average Starting Salary
Career paths
- Optometrist
- Dispensing optician