Certificate in Ophthalmic and Optometric Assisting

This program equips you with the essential skills to support eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists, optometrists and opticians. As a student, you will: learn the key medical and scientific principles of eye care gain expertise in optimal eye health and vision care terminology and procedures engage in a mix of classroom theory, hands-on lab practice and a clinical practicum obtain unique skill sets that prepare you for two professions (ophthalmology and optometry) within one program.

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency and meet the following requirements or equivalents:at least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2, andat least 60% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2, andat least 60% in Biology 30 or Science 30.SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for admission for applicants educated outside Alberta.