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Program Overview
Madison College's Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate expands on the Optometric Technician Program curriculum.
The Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant certificate may be completed in two semesters of full-time study, plus an additional four-week clinical experience.
The clinical experience is an important part of the certificate training. In this portion of the training, you will refine the skills you learned by working directly with doctors and patients during an four-week summer clinical session.
Please note that after acceptance to the Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant program, you may be required to complete a background check and provide documentation of current required-immunizations and current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Program Details
Students in the Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate must attend full time.
Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
Careers
As of August 2022, the website salary.com indicates the annual salary range for Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COA) in the Madison area is $43,632 - $57,082 with the median salary at $49,824.
Earning the Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant certificate at MATC prepares you to work under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.
MATC's Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant certificate is accredited by the International Council of Accreditation.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2023-2024 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set, and it adds professionalism to a resume. This certificate only admits for the spring term. To apply, proceed to the online application.
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Spring Application Dates
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is February 1, 2024
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in the second semester of the in-person (not online) Madison College Optometric Technician program.
Admissions will review applications to confirm enrollment in second semester classes. If you are not currently in the program, please contact the program director.
Additional Notes
- Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis
- This certificate fills on a first-come, first-served basis; once capacity has been reached, it does not maintain a waitlist
- Students who have already completed the certificate coursework at the time of application will receive the certificate diploma at the end of the term of application
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Clinical Ophthalmic Assistant certificate at Madison Area Technical College, you will be prepared to:
- Perform anatomical and functional measurements of the eye such as corneal thickness (pachymetry) and length of the eye (A-scan).
- Assist in minor surgical procedures.
- Care for, maintain and sterilize surgical instruments.
- Take a complex medical history.
- Assess the effects of systemic diseases.
