What will you learn?
- After the completion of this course the candidate will be able to:
- Perform quality refraction and prescribe the suitable power glasses.
- Measure the IOL power for cataract patients.
- Measure the field of vision by manual testing methods.
- Detect the squint eye for better possible vision.
- Screen the patient in camps for appropriate further treatment.
- Improve workflow to support cost effective eye care system.
Refraction practitioners interested to enhance their skills
Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai
Dr. Usha Kim, DO, DNB
- The candidate should have one year experience in Refraction
- Working knowledge in basic English
- Apart from Indian candidates, this course is open to all in South East Asia Region & Africa.
- Selection will be made on first come first basis subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.
This training is designed for para –ophthalmic professionals with an objective
- In orienting themselves to comprehensive set up of a refraction unit.
- To learn the scientific and advanced techniques in refraction.
- To enhance their clinical skill in refraction
- To gain knowledge and skill that can be implemented for community eye care services.
General Information
Where to stay?
Accommodation and Food:
Inspiration – Aravind international trainee’s hostel is a comfortable and quiet place located close to the LAICO and Aravind Eye Hospital campus. Please see the brochure for Tariff details.
How to pay?
Course fee covers tuition fee and teaching materials. National candidates can pay online on receipt of invoice along with the confirmation / appointment letter. International candidates can pay through wire transfer; the account details along with the payment procedure will be emailed to you by the course coordinator on confirmation of your admission.
Campus life at Aravind:
We recommend that all trainees take a look at Vanakkam – as guidebook to Southern India and Aravind. As you prepare for your travel to India and to the Aravind destinations, ‘Vanakkam’ will provide you with detailed information on what to expect when you arrive. This includes travel arrangements, dress code, living conditions, local weather and local food, as well as information on sightseeing and restaurants in the cities where the Aravind facilities are located.
For International Candidates:
Visa:
A Visa is necessary to travel to India. As your visit to India is for undergoing training, you must obtain student /entry / internship visa (based on the duration of your training). It is advisable to get visa for the entire training period even before arriving in India. Extension of visa while undergoing training is not possible. Tourist visa is strictly prohibited.
On arrival at Aravind:
The FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office) registration formalities will be done as per the instructions given on your visa page. For registration purpose, the participant should have their four passport size colour photographs (4×4 cm with white background, ears distinctly visible without spectacles and cap). If required, documents should be presented to the local police commissioner office in person. Please refer registration guidelines for more details.