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We have a range of online training courses available to both members and non-members. If you are a member login to the member portal to access the full range. All courses are run subject to minimum numbers reached.
Non-member course price: £250 plus vat per delegate.
Introduction to Optics, is aimed at optical assistants and support staff new to optics, and is also suitable for existing team members seeking to enhance their knowledge. Packed with updated content it is designed to equip participants with the confidence and knowledge to be able to handle any enquiries or questions that customers might have. The 4 week course, run by SightCare coach and trainer Peter Greedy, provides a comprehensive introduction to optics, and comprises four 60-minute interactive online sessions, one per week over 4 weeks.
The Industry: Practices, Products, People
Vision and Correction: Myopia, Hypermetriopia, Asigmatism, Presbyopia
Primary Eyecare: The Eye Exam, Additional services and Dispensing
Optical bodies and regulations: NHS,GOC,COO, AOP, LOC
Frames: Fashion and Function
Lenses: Shere, Cylinder, Aspheric, Bifocal, Multifocal, Prism, Refractive Index
The Extras: Coating, Tint, Photochronic, Sport, VDU, Driving, Safety
Types: Hard, Rigid, Soft, Scleral, Cosmetic
Materials: Hydrogel, Silicone Hydrogel, Rigid Gas Permeable
Refractive Correction: Spherical, Toric, Multifocal
Modality: Daily, Monthly, Annually
Solutions: Multipurpose, Peroxide, RGP
The Law: Who can fit and sell contact lenses
The Eyelids: Dry Eye Disease and Allergies
The Eyeball:
-Anterior Chamber and IOP regulation
-The Lens – Cataract. What it is and how it’s treated
-Vitreous, Retina, Macula and Disc
Course dates for 2025 are scheduled as follows and will run subject to minimum numbers being met:
• Thursday 9th Jan weekly at 9.30am
• Friday 21st Feb weekly at 9.30am
Optometrist, Trainer and SightCare Business Coach, Peter has over 30 years experience in the eye health industry. He is a Certified Integrative Coach and member of the Association for Coaching, providing coaching and consulting services with special interest in Personal, Leadership and Team Development.
SightCare Member Price
£150 plus VAT one delegate
Non-Member Price
£250 plus VAT one delegate