Overview
Ophthalmic Technology is a critical specialty in the eye
health care team. An Ophthalmic Technologist collects data and performs special testing to aid
the Ophthalmologist in diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Ophthalmic Technology
lends itself to various avenues of specialization:
- Ophthalmic Photography
- Ophthalmic Ultrasonography
- Contact Lens
- Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting
- Electrophysiology
- Low-Vision Optics
A graduate of the program
will be expected to have extensive knowledge of the ocular system, to be
proficient in the operation of visual instrumentation, and to develop
effective communication skills in working with patients. Well-paying
career opportunities, including traditional ophthalmologic settings,
teaching, research, business, and sales are available in the dynamic,
yet under-supplied profession.
Educational Program
The Ophthalmic Technology Program at Eastern Virginia Medical
School/Old Dominion University is fully
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Ophthalmic Medical Programs (COA-OMP). The
22-month program begins in September of each year and trains individuals at the highest level
of ophthalmic medical personnel. Our program is also one of the few that grants college credits
leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
 Since
enrolling its first students in 1985, the Ophthalmic Technology Program at Eastern Virginia Medical
School/Old Dominion University has gained a reputation for high quality graduates. Our graduates
often place well above the national average on the national written board exams given by the
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
For the last five years, one hundred percent of students taking the written exams have passed on
the first attempt. Employment opportunities are outstanding for our graduates, who are often
recruited early in the last semester, prior to June graduation.
Tuition and Financial Aid
The Ophthalmic Technology Program
follows Old Dominion University's tuition fee schedule. For more information,
please visit the Web site,
http://www.odu.edu/af/finaid.
 Housing
and the Surrounding Area
Eastern Virginia Medical School
and Old Dominion University are located in Norfolk, Virginia. The area known as
"Hampton Roads" includes: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and
Suffolk. This area is alive with history and tourist attractions. The Virginia
Beach resort area and the Atlantic Ocean are less then 30 minutes from Norfolk.
Historic Williamsburg and Busch Gardens are about 90 minutes away, and
Washington D.C. can be reached in three hours. Nags Head and the Outer Banks of
North Carolina can be easily reached in less then two hours. The area is served
by major airlines through two airports.
Click here for more information about the area.
 The Application Process
- Formal admission to Old Dominion University is a requirement for admission to the
Ophthalmic Technology Program. For application and financial aid information, contact:
Office of
Admissions/ODU
Norfolk, Virginia
23528-0050
(757) 683-3637
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Prospective students
should apply to the Ophthalmic Technology Program
concurrent with the application to Old Dominion University. These are
two separate applications. Apply on-line for the Ophthalmic
Technology Program from this Web site.
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Prerequisites (transfer and ODU students):
two years of college (60 credits including background in the sciences). Prerequisites are
waived for those holding a BS/BA degree. If you have questions, contact Lori Williams using
the contact information at the top of this page.
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Using the form provided
within the on-line application system, submit three letters of
recommendation.
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Submit official
transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, sent by the
registrar at those institutions.
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A personal interview
completes the application process. We conduct personal interviews
January through May for placement in September's class.
The application deadline for
priority consideration is April 1.
Official transcripts should be mailed to the Director of
Enrollment for Health Professions at the address shown below. If you
experience technical difficulties or related problems in completing your
online application, please contact:
Rose Mwayungu
Director of Enrollment for Health Professions
Attn: Ophthalmic Technology Program
Eastern Virginia Medical School
700 W. Olney Road
Norfolk, VA 23507-1607
Tel: (757) 446-7153/7096
Fax: (757) 446-8915
mwayunra@evms.edu
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