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Vision Care

Description

  • Perform various vision and diagnostic tests
  • Assist ophthalmologists with patient procedures
  • Utilize advanced vision care equipment and resources
Printable Version (Adult)
Printable Version (High School)

Revised : 12/4/2019

 

Application Process

Create an account to start your application today. Printed applications are also available in the counseling office at any of our six campus locations, at the Career Services Center on the Lemley Memorial Campus or by calling (918) 828-5000.

Additional Requirements

Prior to the start of the clinical practicum, students must:

Undergo a criminal background check including sex offender registration as required by the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act that requires  individuals providing care to children under the age of 18 to be free of any criminal history that would indicate a potential for violent abuse against another person. Information provided on the criminal background check may impact student clinical eligibility.
Provide verification of immunizations through vaccination records, titer (blood test) results, or declination statements. A list of specific immunizations may be obtained through the Health Sciences Center by calling 918.828.1216. 
Have a current American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider card.
Provide transportation to clinical sites.
Adult students must pay a liability insurance fee for clinicals. This fee is charged for each Tulsa Tech fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th).
Adult students must pay a drug screening fee for clinicals. The drug screening is required for all students and will be completed sometime before clinicals.
Adult students must pay a fee to participate in the online immunization tracking system.
NOTE: Fees associated with the requirements above are included in tuition/fees/books section.

Credentials/Industry Certifications

  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (Adults only)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (High School)
  • AHA Heart Saver K-12 (High School)

Employment Opportunities

Tulsa Tech builds partnerships with business and industry in the Tulsa area to find opportunities for work-based experiences and student placement. 

For more information, contact our Career Placement Services at (918) 828-5000. 
Email: hiretulsatechgrads@tulsatech.edu or visit tulsatech.edu.

Entrance Requirements

  • High school senior or Adult
  • Basic computer literacy

Financial Aid

Financial assistance is available through several options at Tulsa Tech. For the most up-to-date and complete information on scholarships and grants please visit tulsatech.edu or call (918) 828-5000. For federal financial assistance go to: www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Tulsa Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital or veteran status, or disability.
Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice.
2021-2022 Vision Care

College Credit

All Tulsa Tech students (high school and adult) may have the opportunity to receive college credit upon completion of their program. Our College Relations office will work with students regarding the benefits of Prior Learning Assessments (PLA) toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or a technical college certificate at area colleges.

For more details call the College Relations office at (918) 828-5000.

Plan of Study

Plan of Study Plan of Study

Campus Locations

Health Sciences Center
3350 S Memorial Dr
Tulsa, OK 74145-1322
918.828.1200
FAX: 918.828.1209

Who Can Attend?

High School Students/Adults

Scheduling Information

H.S. / 1 school year:
August - May
H.S. sessions:
8 - 10:50 A.M. / 12 - 2:50 P.M.

Class Starts: August 18, 2021

Adults / 8 months
Adult sessions:

Day: 8 A.M. - 2:50 P.M.

Class Starts: August 11, 2021

Contact Info Center at (918) 828-5000 for start dates.

Career Majors

Vision Care

Courses

Vision Care Assistant
     (Highschool)
  • Vision Care Fundamentals
  • Vision Care Clinical Applications
 Vision Care Technician
          (Adult)
  • Vision Care Fundamentals
  • Vision Care Clinical Applications
  • Vision Care Advanced Clinical Skills

Tuition, Fees and Books

Vision Care Technician (Adult):

  • Estimated Tuition Fees: $3,340.00*
  • Books: $89.99**
  • Tools, Supplies & Certification Cost: $619.00**

Vision Care Assistant (HS Seniors Only):

  • Estimated Tuition Fees: $0*
  • Books: $0**
  • Tools, Supplies & Certification Cost: $245.00**

*High school students living in the Tulsa Tech school district are not charged tuition.

**There may be additional required costs as defined in the program handbook. Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice.

Tulsa-Area Salary

For information concerning working conditions, physical requirements, employment and job outlook please refer to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/.
Salary information can be found at The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) Resource Center at http://www.onetonline.org/

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