Diploma in Optometry is a 2 year professional course that trains students in different concepts related to eye diseases, diagnosis, treatment, etc. It aims at providing thorough knowledge about each and every detail of methods and techniques used in eye diagnosis and treatment. An optometrist is a person who tests the eye sight or vision of another person and helps him find the best suitable lenses and spectacles. An optometrist also consults an ophthalmologist to the concerned person if any kind of surgery or medical treatment is required. Students pursuing diploma in optometry are given theoretical as well as practical knowledge so as to train them effectively.

Candidates are granted admission in this course directly or by qualifying an entrance exam conducted at State or University level. It must be noted that candidates must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% with Science stream from a recognized university. Some students also pursue higher studies after doing the diploma course.

The diploma holders are offered various job opportunities due to the dire need of optometrists in this field. This is one of the most promising professions. Every third person in this world wears spectacles or uses contact lenses which leads to a great demand of optometrist who are well trained. An Optometry diploma holder can work in hospitals, eye clinics, optical chains etc. This is why diploma in optometrist is a lucrative course that offers stable career to the individuals.

The DIPLOMA IN OPTOMETRY eligibility criteria is mentioned below :

• • Candidates must have acquired a minimum of 45% in 10+2.
  • The compulsory subjects in 10+2 are Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology.
  • The minimum age for admission in this course is 17years and there is no upper age limit for taking admission in this course.

Diploma in optometry has emerged out to be one of the most important career options due to high demand of optometrist. Diploma holders are offered jobs in hospitals, eye clinics, optical stores and chains, etc. This is a career oriented course that offers jobs in various medical areas while some students prefer to go for higher studies in order to attain deeper and thorough knowledge. Diploma holders can make their career as an optometry technician, optometrist, lens consultant etc.

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Listed below are some of the profiles in which candidates get recruited:

• • Optometry Technician
  • Office Assistant
  • Lens Consultant
  • Junior Medical Coder
  • Nutrition Officer
  • Optometry Researcher
  • Vision Consultant
  • Optometrist
  • Customer Care Associate

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• Indian Nursing Council
• State Nursing Council
• Kailash Hospital
• Metro Hospital
• Fortis Hospital
• Shroff eye Hospital
• Apollo Hospital

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Diploma in Optometry professionals are offered very attractive and handsome salary. They earn salary ranging from Rs. 3 lakh to Rs.8 lakh per annum. Salaries also increase as per their profile and experience in the same field.