Basics of Ophthalmology and Scribing

Overview

Basics of Ophthalmology and Scribing Course

Course Registration

Registration Deadlines:

Rolling enrollment, course is self paced, fully online, and accessible for 90 days after registration

This is a self-paced course encompassing essential subjects to introduce you to the field of ophthalmology and scribing. There are no-prerequisites and can be taken by anyone with an interest in ophthalmology. It is a great introduction to the field and is appropriate for new administrative staff in ophthalmology, new technicians, and those seeking to become ophthalmic scribes.

The registration fee is $25 and course tuition is $250. The course is available for 90 days after enrollment. The course must be completed and passed within that time frame.

Each lecture is pre-recorded with videos and PowerPoint presentations. The course also provides reference materials for medical terminology and other topics. There are 10 hours of recorded lectures, open book quizzes after each lecture, and a final exam.

Prior medical or ophthalmological background is preferred but not required. Successful completion of this program does NOT automatically result in scribe certification and does NOT result in college credits. Upon completion of the course, the student may choose to take the national Ophthalmic Scribe Certification examination directly through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). Students are responsible for making sure they complete all certification requirements and all fees related to certification. Please see www.jcahpo.org for more details regarding certification.