M.VoC Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology (M.VoC OOT)

Wondering What Goes On In A Typical Optometry Clinic? Wondering What It Takes To Get Your Master’s Degree In Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology?

The Shri Ram Medical College’s Master of Vocation in Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology program is focused on giving students in-depth theoretical and practical experience in the field of ophthalmology.
Contact lens fitting, visual neurology, myopia control, commercial acumen, vocational optometry, and community eye health are just a few of the areas in which you might specialize.
The Master of Vocation in Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology (MVoC.OOT) program was developed using a range of instructional approaches to meet the needs of both new and seasoned professionals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in optometry.
Upon completion, you’ll have the advanced subject-matter knowledge and professional-level abilities necessary to succeed in your chosen field.
Knowledge of the physical, chemical, and biological underpinnings of the typical human visual system.
Knowledge and skill in quantitatively describing light and its passage through optical systems (such as ophthalmic instruments, ophthalmic lenses, and the eye), designing optical systems to satisfy specified requirements, and quantitatively evaluating the nature and quality of optical pictures.
Expertise in the causes and symptoms of diseases affecting the eye and visual system. To thoroughly assess and manage their patient’s health and visual function, they must have professional expertise in clinical ocular examination utilizing current best-practice procedures.
The skill to formulate reasonable diagnostic hypotheses and to gather further data in order to arrive at accurate diagnostic conclusions. and a command of the most up-to-date, effective methods of administering therapeutic medications for the eyes
Competence in all matters pertaining to the launch, organization, publicizing, funding, running, and staffing of an optometric office
A keen awareness of one’s moral and legal obligations as a professional, as well as a well-developed sense of professional and ethical duty for one’s patients, coworkers, and the community at large
Familiarity with principles and practices of ethical research as they relate to the fields of optometry and the visual sciences
Competence to assume a preeminent position in advancing the field of optometry worldwide in clinical and academic settings

For M.VoC In Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology (M.VoC OOT), the Eligibility Criteria is:

✔️Candidates must have passed 10+2+3 from relevant B.VoC or Bachelors Degree and must have obtained 50% marks in qualifying examination whereas SC/ST category students need to have 45% marks

✔️Minimum 19 years of age and the upper age limit is 40.

✔️ Good communication and English language skills

✔️Good physical strength and fitness

The state-of-the-art, cutting-edge facilities of Shri Ram Medical College provide students with a taste of what it would be like to work at a hospital.

Shri Ram Medical College M.VoC OOT will give you a deep understanding of how technology can help detect and study eye disease.

Advantages of M.VoC OOT Degree Course

Optometrists typically perform their work quietly and diligently behind the scenes. Their contributions are just as important to the field of medicine as those of any other specialist.

Optometrists are medical professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision disorders and the fitting and dispensing of corrective lenses and eyewear.
To be successful in this position, you need pay close attention to detail and be able to serve patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly, with compassion and discretion.
Conduct thorough eye and vision exams.
Identify and classify ocular problems like near sightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism
Customized short-term and long-term remedies for vision loss will be offered based on the individual’s condition and health background.
Medicines, eyewear, and corrective lenses can be prescribed.
Patients should listen to your counsel on how to take care of their eyes.
Maintain complete and accurate patient records at all times
In circumstances when a re examination is necessary, schedule follow-up sessions.
Educate patients on proper care and use of contact lenses
Refer patients in need of eye surgery or with significant eye damage to ophthalmologists.

How is M.VoC Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology Course Beneficial?

The field of optometry is expanding vastly in medicine. With extensive job and career opportunities in this field in recent times, the need for educated and professional ophthalmic technologists in hospitals, nursing homes, diagnostic labs and physicians’ offices is increasing rapidly. Furthermore, careers in optometry span many roles and the employment prospects for optometrists are vast and diverse, both within India and abroad. You may even choose to pursue research and academics after the completion of the program.

M.VoC. Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology Employment Areas

Clinics
Colleges & Universities
Commercial Clinical Laboratories
Hospitals
Nursing Homes
Pharmaceutical Laboratories
Public Health Facilities

In order to succeed, you’ll need to be able to:

The capacity for clinical decision-making and the exercise of professional judgement
Capable of effectively communicating with a diverse set of stakeholders
Exceptional people skills, including the ability to calm nervous patients
Possessing the knowledge and skill to use scientific ideas and procedures
Self-assurance in operating intricate machinery
Possessing the ability to work in a group
Manual dexterity, accuracy, and pinpoint accuracy
Proficiency in administration and organization
Paying close attention
A dedication to lifelong learning and a readiness to participate in continuing professional development (CPD) programs
Self-assurance that allows one to work in close contact to patients without fear
The ability to persevere through routine activities.

Scheme of Examination for M.VoC. (Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology)

M.VoC OOT program syllabus is divided into 4 semesters, teaching subjects like HAP, Ophthalmic Lens & Dispensing, Physiology of Vision, Low Vision Aid etc.

Year I

Human Anatomy & Physiology
Pathology & Terminology
Physical Optics
Microbiology & Pharmacology
Ocular Anatomy
Ocular physiology
Visual Optics
Optometric Instruments
Ophthalmic Lens & Dispensing
Clinical Optometry
Systemic and Communicable Diseases
Physiology of Vision
Disease of the Eve
Eve investigations
Major Eye Diseases & Nutrition

Year II

Law and optometry
Advance Clinical optometry
Low Vision Aid
Consumer Protection Act
Management and Practice
Contact Lens
Public Health and Community
Dissertation

M.VoC OOT course comprises of two segments.

The first segment comprises of 3 semesters classroom teaching where the students are trained extensively to be industry ready.
The second segment comprises of industry internship where the students get a wonderful opportunity to undergo training in industries to get practical experience in various departments.

The benefits of pursuing an M.VoC OOT course are :

The M.VoC OOT program at Shri Ram Medical College is a great way to get both practical experience and academic education in the field of ophthalmology, which is very useful when diagnosing and treating refractive abnormalities of the eye.
Graduates of M.VoC OOT program may find employment in a variety of settings, including but not limited to: eye hospitals, sports vision clinics, contact lens manufacturing companies, optical manufacturing laboratories, behavioral vision care clinics, and more.
They find work in the field of optometry in a variety of settings (e.g., as a lab technician, professor, clinical optometrist, vision consultant, etc.).
They can counsel on school and workplace safety programs related to eye care, as well as act as post-secondary lecturers.
Graduates of this program will be prepared to open their own vision correction centers, optical shops, etc.
Graduates with advanced degrees in optometry can teach at a variety of prestigious institutions.
The optometric discipline is in high demand internationally, and students have many of opportunities to pursue advanced study in the area.

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After completing MVoC OOT, you can switch between several fields and take on multiple responsibilities at once.
Opportunities for professional growth in corporate practice may include advancement to higher levels of clinical and/or managerial responsibility. You could advance through inter-practitioner transfer.
For a larger salary, some doctors of optometry decide to go into management positions at other practices. In addition to the typical duties of an optometrist, you will likely be responsible for setting the practice’s strategic direction and managing the company as a whole (e.g. sight testing).
When you invest in an optometry business (via a franchise or a joint venture), you’ll be able to have a say in how it’s managed. If you wish to provide a specialized optometric service, setting up an independent practice may be a viable option.
Working in a hospital typically means following a predetermined career path that takes you from entry-level optometrist to specialist optometrist to principal optometrist to consultant optometrist.
Additional education can lead to a career as a self-employed prescribing optometrist.
You could advance your profession by focusing on study and teaching. The teaching and supervision of pre-registration students is taken on by some optometrists. It is also possible to participate in the training of future ophthalmologists by helping to instruct medical students and nurses.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of M.VoC OOT Degree requirements, the student will have knowledge to:

Describe the full range of imaging theory, techniques, analysis and applications
Discuss how imaging is used to investigate both normal and abnormal processes and functions (clinically and in research)
Feel confident to undertake well designed, methodologically sound and practical research using imaging
Create a study design methodology
Analyse results and use statistics as applied to imaging studies
Be aware of health and safety regulations and legislation related to imaging
Translate from basic imaging research to the clinical arena
Be empowered to take a critical view of existing research particularly with an awareness of reproducibility and reliability of techniques, sources of bias in research and clinically
Demonstrate innovation before discussing and presenting their work to their peers
Development of skills in grant and research proposal formulation
Develop the tools to initiate and execute research autonomously and produce publishable research summaries
Develop good practice in communication and collaboration using modern online communication tools
Acquire imaging knowledge to engage with new developments

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Merit Based Admission

The general process for admission through merit based admissions are as follows.

Registration: Registration dates are opened up once a year during April to October. Start the admission process, a profile needs to be created using email id and phone number and other details.
Fill up details: Login using the personal credentials to create a profile and start filling up the application form. Fill up details of past educational achievements including projects undertaken, job experience and any other academic achievements.
Scan and upload documents: Scan and upload mark sheets, transfer certificates, id proof, photograph, aadhar card etc. to the application portal. Care and concern must be taken to ensure documents are of correct size and format.
Application fee: A nominal application fee (Rs 1100/-) is required to be paid to process the application process. Payment can be done using online payment modes like credit and debit card payment, e-wallets, netbanking, NEFT etc.
Admission: Upon submitting the application form, Shri Ram Medical College will take a couple of weeks to process the application and then release an offer letter of admission.

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Wondering What Goes On In A Typical Optometry Clinic? Wondering What It Takes To Get Your Master’s Degree In Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology?

For M.VoC In Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology (M.VoC OOT), the Eligibility Criteria is:

The state-of-the-art, cutting-edge facilities of Shri Ram Medical College provide students with a taste of what it would be like to work at a hospital.