In addition to the Ophthalmic Technology program, a certificate program in Orthoptics is offered to one qualified and current student per year. Students already possessing an undergraduate degree would be awarded a certificate of completion or may apply for a second undergraduate degree. Upper Level Gen. Ed. Graduates are eligible to sit for national written and practical board exams sponsored by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology. This intensive hands on program gently guides the student through the skills needed to become a highly effective member of an ophthalmic health care team.
Students begin patient interaction in their third week of training.
Summer One month externship in general ophthalmologist's private practice, two months residency clinic setting continuing skill development. The Application Process Formal admission to Old Dominion University is a requirement for admission to the Ophthalmic Technology Program. Two letters of recommendation, official college transcripts, and a personal interview complete the application process. We conduct personal interviews January through May for placement in September's Class. The application deadline, for priority consideration, is April 30th.