Children’s Eyes: An Introduction

The course is suitable for eye clinic nurses, A&E nurses, paediatric nurses, eye clinic imaging technicians, trainee optometrists, trainee orthoptists, trainee eye doctors, GPs, associate specialists, ophthalmologists working in general ophthalmology, and researchers working with children with eye and vision problems. Upon completion, learners will be able to demonstrate knowledge of typical visual development, vision screening pathways, effective communication with children and parents, ability to obtain and document patient history, competence in basic vision assessment techniques appropriate for age, knowledge of eye health examination in children, awareness of visual problems in developmental disabilities, basic knowledge of refraction and spectacle prescribing, and safeguarding awareness.

CPD points and a certificate of attendance are awarded at the end of the course. The content has been certified by The CPD Certification Service as conforming to continuing professional development principles, carrying 10 CPD hours. To access the programme, learners will need a computer (laptop or desktop), and a device with webcam and microphone to participate in the webinar. The course is hosted on UCLeXtend, UCL's learning platform for professional education, with manual enrolment handled after purchase.

£295