Full Optometric Eye ExaminationLaajuus (10 ECTS)

Objective

After completing the work placement (10 credits) students are able to conduct independently a full eye examination on customers, resulting in the prescription of corrective optical appliances if necessary. They are able to use diagnostic drugs safely. They are able to detect and recognise the signs of eye disease, injury or abnormality of the eyes. In such cases they know how to refer a customer to a medical practitioner for further investigation and possible treatment or referral to an ophthalmologist.

Content

Full eye examinations for all age groups, work palcement in the hospital.

Qualifications

Optometric Management of Elderly People and Low Vision Patients

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to:

- apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
- use concepts and information in his field systematically
- argue a course of action on the basis of research information and findings
- find information and argue the use of his sources
- work in various duties depending on the assignment
- define the principles of and requirements for his actions
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
- find out the safety instructions concerning a word assignments and to act accordingly
- act according to the relevant professional ethical principles
- plan and guide the operation of multidisciplinary groups
- communicate about professional issues

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to:

- use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
- assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
- apply research information to professional assignments
- operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
- act in a client- and customer-oriented way and as an entrepreneur
- act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration
- evaluate actions from the viewpoint of professional ethics
- represent his professional field in multidisciplinary and international groups and projects

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to:

- display a good understanding of professional information
- use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
- create and communicate new information
- develop innovative and alternative solutions to professional assignments and problems
- apply professional expertise in new situations - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
- develop the community's safety and responsibility
- apply professional ethics in various situations
- manage the professional development of individuals/groups
- act purposefully and to develop himself and working life

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to:

- The student does not know or appreciate knowledge in the field sufficiently
- The student cannot use concepts in the field properly
- The student's professional level is insufficient to be an expert
- The student is not acting in accordance with his training and guidance
- The student is careless about professional safety or ethical principles
- The student is not motivated by or participating in group or development work