Paediatric Optometry  CPD

The module provides advanced and specialised theoretical background knowledge and practical skills for paediatric visual problems and their management. The module is fully accredited for CET points and will provide at least 24 of the 36 points required for continued registration.

The module will feature the following:

  • Examination of children and those with learning difficulties
  • Comprehensive lecture notes and access to web-based virtual learning environment
  • Lectures and training delivered by leading Ophthalmologists,Optometrists and Orthoptists in the field.

Course Information

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Monday 1 September 2014 The module is taught over three days and will usually run from Monday to Wednesday. Contact Admissions (CPD) for full details. OVM034 Apply Now

Tutor Info

Contact

Dr Michelle L Hennelly
MSc Programme Director
m.hennelly@city.ac.uk


Ms Rita Kaur
Senior Programmes Officer
City University London
School of Health Sciences
Health Building
Northampton Square
London
EC1V 0HB

020 7040 3934
Rita.kaur.1@city.ac.uk

Eligibility

  • You should normally be a UK registered optometrist satisfying all legal requirements to be eligible to practise in the UK
  • You should also be registered with the General Optical Council
  • Overseas optometrists/ Medical Practitioners will be accepted on an ad hoc basis providing your undergraduate syllabus and clinical responsibilities are similar to those of a UK optometrist/Medical Practitioner.

English Requirements

For those students whose first language is not English one of the following qualifications is also required:

  • IELTS: 7
  • TOEFL (internet-based): 100

What will I learn?

The module will enable you to:

  • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of paediatric optometry including prescribing criteria, amblyopia therapy, visual therapy and referral criteria
  • Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the various techniques for investigating children's visual functions and ocular health
  • Provide a detailed explanation of, and differentiate between, ocular pathology affecting the paediatric population group
  • Gain specialised theoretical and analytical practical skills to provide eye care to patients with profound and specific learning difficulties.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching

The module will run over three days with at least 21 hours of teaching, comprising of lectures (with the opportunity for questions), demonstrations/practical sessions and tutorials. You will be given comprehensive notes at the beginning of the module to facilitate learning.

Examples of demonstrations/practicals:-

Examination of children
Modify your routine
Examination equipment and use
Computer screening of children
Orthoptic exercises for children
Colour vision testing

Assessment

The assessment will consist of two closed book written assessments. You must pass each of the two components to be awarded a module pass. Questions will test your critical and evaluative understanding, clinical recognition skills, ability to differentially diagnose and application of knowledge.  The assessment consists of:

  • MCQs (based on all aspects of the module)
  • Case scenarios (which test your ability to analyse clinical results and manage patients appropriately).

Recommended Reading

  • Birch, J. (1998) Diagnosis of colour deficiency. London: Butterworth-Heinemann.
  • Evans, B.J. (2007) Pickwell''s binocular vision anomalies.  London: Butterworth-Heinemann.
  • Gilmartin, B. and Harvey, W. (2004) Paediatric optometry. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.
  • Irlen, H. (1991) Reading by the colours: Overcoming dyslexia and other reading disabilities through the Irlen method. New York: Avery Publishing Group.
  • Leat, S., Shute, R. and Westhall, C. (1999) Assessing children's vision. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.
  • Moore, A.T. (2000). Paediatric ophthalmology. Cambridge: BMJ Books.
  • Siderov, J. and Waugh, S. (2007) Eye essentials: Paediatric Optometry.  Oxford: Butterworth:Heinemann
  • Southwell, C. (2003) Assessing functional vision: Children's complex needs.  London:RNIB.
  • Taylor D. and Hoyt, C.S., (2004) Paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. London: Blackwell Science.
  • Treby, N. (2009) Visual processing and the use of colour for those with dyslexia. London: VDM Verlag
  • Wright, K.W., Speight, P.H., Thomson, L. and Hengst, T.C. (2006) Handbook of paediatric eye and systemic disorders. Chicago: Springer
  • Wright, K.W., Speight, P.H., Thomson, L. and Hengst, T.C. (2006) Handbook of paediatric retinal disease. Chicago: Springer
  • Wilkins, A. (2003) Reading through colour: How coloured filters can reduce reading difficulties, eye strain and headaches. London: Wiley-Blackwell.
Notes relating to each lecture are provided in a module folder.
Individual lecture notes also specify recommended further reading (including journal articles and research reports).

Funding

Funding - Fees are to be confirmed.

If you are being sponsored please ensure that you include a sponsor letter with your application. The sponsor letter should state your name and the module that you are applying for.

Leads To...

Successful completion of 60 PG credits (4 modules) leads to the award of PG Certificate and 120 credits (8 modules) leads to the PG Diploma in Clinical Optometry.
Completion of a total of 120 PG credits plus a research project or dissertation (following completion of the 'Research Methods and Statistics' module) will be required to obtain the MSc. 

A certificate is also provided for each module upon successful completion.

City University London is a registered CET provider and has been delivering high quality CET accredited lectures and distance learning material.

All lectures and practical sessions on the 3 day module are eligible for CET credits.
One hour of learning equates to 1 CET credit. For each hour of practical workshop, 2 credits are awarded.

Career Outcome


Application Deadline:

Download an application form

Contact Admissions (Postgraduate)

Dr Michelle L Hennelly
MSc Programme Director
m.hennelly@city.ac.uk


Ms Rita Kaur
Senior Programmes Officer
City University London
School of Health Sciences
Health Building
Northampton Square
London
EC1V 0HB

020 7040 3934
Rita.kaur.1@city.ac.uk