DOT

DOT (Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology)

Objective

The scope of Optometry includes the detection of common eye diseases, the management of binocular vision problems such as squints and lazy eyes and the prescription of spectacles and contact lenses. The Diploma in Optometry is a programme that aims to produce professionally competent optometrists serving as primary eye care health practitioners. NIMS University is one for the few premium institutions in India that offers Diploma in Optometry.

Overview

Program Code                                   DOT(10)                          DOT(10+2)
Duration Min. Duration                  3 Years                            2 Years
Max. Duration                                  6 Years                            4 Years
Eligibility Criteria                             10                                     10+2 with PCB/PCM

Career Prospects

After the completion of DOT, you will find a challenging career opportunities with Optician shops, eye doctors, and Contact Lens companies, Ophthalmic lens industry and hospital eye departments. A technician can work for eye testing, Contact lenses, squint exercises, etc. Common job profiles of students after completing DOT include: Optometry Assistants, ophthalmic assistants and ophthalmic nurses.

Syllabus

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