Program details overview
Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant (DOA)
Building Skilled Professionals in Vision Care
The Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant (DOA) is a two-year diploma course that helps trainees obtain rewarding careers in the field of eye care. This program integrates both theoretical and clinical learning to help learners obtain the necessary skills for assisting ophthalmologists in the diagnosis and treatment of diverse eye conditions.
Through this course, students will acquire practical skills in vision testing, ophthalmic diagnostics, patient management, surgery, refractometry, and the use of advanced ophthalmic equipment.
Here is how you can study this program
Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant (DOA)
The candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks in the above subjects in any one of the recognized examination boards.
The admissions will be made based on 10+2 merit, and the candidates should be 17 years old at the time of admission or on or before 31st December of the year of admission. The candidate must possess the Medical Fitness Certificate certified by a Government Medical Officer. The admissions will be done according to the norms laid down by the State/UT/University.
Secure your place
15th July 2026
Applicable deadline
15th July 2026
Batch Commencing
8th July Onwards
Duration
2 Years
Credits
180
Seats
60
Fee
77,000/- per Annum
Language
English
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks in the above subjects in any one of the recognized examination boards. The admissions will be made based on 10+2 merit, and the candidates should be 17 years old at the time of admission or on or before 31st December of the year of admission. The candidate must possess the Medical Fitness Certificate certified by a Government Medical Officer. The admissions will be done according to the norms laid down by the State/UT/University.
*Tuition Fees may vary depending on the Country/State in which the candidate has passed their qualifying examination.
Reasons to study Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant (DOA)
The DOA training course will equip students with all the necessary skills and expertise required to become effective allied healthcare professionals who will be devoted to improving their patients’ vision and eye health. The students will benefit from classroom education as well as lab and clinical experience to enable them to have the ability to work effectively alongside an ophthalmologist and run diagnostics equipment.
Complete Training in Ophthalmic Medicine
Create a solid grounding in anatomy of eyes, sciences of vision, disorders of the eyes, diagnostics, and patient care.
Clinical Practice through Hands-On Approach
Learn practically through clinical placements, ophthalmic tests, assistance in operations theater, and community screening services for vision.
Advanced Diagnostic Techniques
Learn how to operate sophisticated ophthalmic machines and perform complete eye examinations.
Experienced Staff and State-of-the-Art Learning
Study under experienced faculty with state-of-the-art facilities for laboratories and clinics.
Wide Range of Job Prospects
Train yourself for varied career prospects in hospitals, eye care centers, ophthalmic practices, optical firms, and community health organizations.
What can you become after studying Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant (DOA)
Ophthalmic Assistant
Vision Technician
Refraction Assistant
Eye Clinic Assistant
Optical Clinic Executive
Eye Care Coordinator
Launch your career with our leading placements
We provide you with leading placement opportunities before you graduate, with the best career training and an exposure to leading recruiters.
4-6 LPA
Average Package
2,200+
Recruiters
60* LPA
Highest Package Offered
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