Optometry is a field of healthcare that is focused on dealing with the matters related to the eye. It is a discipline that caters to offering the gift of an unobstructed and clear vision. Since the public demand for well-qualified optometrists is rising, high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses are required to educate and train the students who aspire to shape a successful career in the field.

Keeping in line with this demand, CT University has tied up with one of the largest and fastest growing social enterprise ‘Sankara Eye Hospital’ managing 12 super specialty eye care hospitals located across Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh , Madhya Pradesh ,Rajasthan and Maharashtra  & comprises a team of 125 doctors, 600 paramedical professionals, 275 support staff and has touched the lives of over 40 million people in these 35 plus years and offered a high-quality Bachelors & Masters in Optometry to students.

Their network hospitals are all equipped with state of the art technology to perform advance eye surgeries. They continuously offer eye care treatments for various age groups with cutting edge technology and scientific approach, innovation, research & training.

Sankara Eye Hospital, Ludhiana has 125 beds in total, where 100 dedicated to free patients and 25 rooms for the paying patients. They provide quality ophthalmic treatment and world-class care with the highest levels of skill. The hospital is equipped with Cataract Clinic, Orbit And Oculoplastic, TPA Tie – Up, Low Vision Service, Ocular Oncology Services etc.

As a result of this association, students will be able to pursue a Bachelor & Masters of Optometry which is a full-time degree under regular education pattern including a year of internship. This undergraduate degree will train the students with the requisite skills and knowledge that is needed to work as an optometrist.

Sankara will provide personalized and hands-on mentoring which will be a great learning exposure for the students & will have many job opportunities in the Optometry field.

B. Optometry (4 Years)

Course Overview

The science of optometry involves the detection and treatment of common eye disease, management of binocular vision problems. Optometrists are responsible for the prescription of spectacles & contact lenses. The course aims to produce professionally competent optometrists serving as primary eye care health practitioners.

Program Objectives–

• Those who choose this stream are going to study about eye care, eye equipment, Optometry Technology, equipment, Critical Care, squint management, vision anomalies management, etc.
• Those who get their placement will be known as Optometrist, Consultant Optometrist, contact lens specialist, vision specialist.
• This Program will create a great source of manpower that can aid in our health sector especially in Vision care,eye health programs,Eye Emergency.
• Optometrist provide safe & quality patient eye care by using their technical & critical thinking
• This Program will give students knowledge of basic Science like Ocular Anatomy, Ocular Physiology, Contact lens, Binocular vision, Low vision, Sports Vision, occupational Optometry Public health, etc.

Program Outcomes :-

After Completion of the program, the students would be able to

• The Students who will Complete this Program will be able to have lifelong knowledge of Optometry & all the equipment used in it along with basic science knowledge.
• Optometry is a new stream in Allied Sciences & there is a Major need of these professionals. Thus, Creating a vast employability option.
• Optometrists can starts their independent practice in Contact lens, Low Vision care, etc. Working Along with Ophthalmologists will make a great & Important role in hospitals & ensuring their sustainability.
• By choosing this stream, the Students will get to know about the equipment & Machines used in Optometry & will be able to operate all modern Optometry equipment.
• This program will ensure overall professional development of students & in their behavior & manners too.
• This Program can do an overall development of the student to be able to have all the technical aspects about Optometry & Basic Sciences.

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B. Optometry (Lateral Entry)

Course Overview

The science of optometry involves the detection and treatment of common eye disease, management of binocular vision problems. Optometrists are responsible for the prescription of spectacles & contact lenses. The course aims to produce professionally competent optometrists serving as primary eye care health practitioners.

Duration: 3 years

Eligibility Criteria

2 years of Diploma in Optom after 10th, having atleast 50% marks from a recognized board or equivalent.

Program Objectives :–

• Those who choose this stream are going to study about eye care, eye equipment, Optometry Technology, equipment, Critical Care, squint management, vision anomalies management, etc.
• Those who get their placement will be known as Optometrist, Consultant Optometrist, contact lens specialist, vision specialist.
• This Program will create a great source of manpower that can aid in our health sector especially in Vision care,eye health programs,Eye Emergency.
• Optometrist provide safe & quality patient eye care by using their technical & critical thinking
• This Program will give students knowledge of basic Science like Ocular Anatomy, Ocular Physiology, Contact lens, Binocular vision, Low vision, Sports Vision, occupational Optometry Public health, etc.

Program Outcomes :-

After Completion of the program, the students would be able to

• The Students who will Complete this Program will be able to have lifelong knowledge of Optometry & all the equipment used in it along with basic science knowledge.
• Optometry is a new stream in Allied Sciences & there is a Major need of these professionals. Thus, Creating a vast employability option.
• Optometrists can starts their independent practice in Contact lens, Low Vision care, etc. Working Along with Ophthalmologists will make a great & Important role in hospitals & ensuring their sustainability.
• By choosing this stream, the Students will get to know about the equipment & Machines used in Optometry & will be able to operate all modern Optometry equipment.
• This program will ensure overall professional development of students & in their behavior & manners too.
• This Program can do an overall development of the student to be able to have all the technical aspects about Optometry & Basic Sciences.

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M. Optometry

Course Overview

The science of optometry involves the detection and treatment of common eye disease, management of binocular vision problems. Optometrists are responsible for the prescription of spectacles & contact lenses. The course aims to produce professionally competent optometrists serving as primary eye care health practitioners.

Duration: 2 years

Eligibility Criteria

Pass with 50% aggregate marks in B.Optom or equivalent from a recognized university

Program Objectives

• Perform vision tests and analyze results
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness, and eye diseases, such as glaucoma
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids, and if state law permits, medications
• Perform minor surgical procedures to correct or treat visual or eye health issues
• Provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation
• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery—for example, examining a patient’s eyes the day after surgery
• Evaluate patients for the presence of other diseases and conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension, and refer patients to other healthcare providers as needed
• Promote eye and general health by counseling patients
• Perform vision tests and analyze results
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness, and eye diseases, such as glaucoma
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids, and if state law permits, medications
• Provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation
• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery—for example, examining a patient’s eyes the day after surgery
• Evaluate patients for the presence of other diseases and conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension, and refer patients to other healthcare providers as needed
• Promote eye and general health by counseling patients.

Program Outcomes

Optometry is growing at a tremendous pace owing to its strengthening coverage and involved in the treatment of visual defects with the help of optical instruments. They can establish and independent practice by starting their own eye clinic, optical shops etc.

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