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Clinical Foundations Program

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DISCOVER THE WORLD OF CLINICAL OPHTHALMOLOGY

Free Clinical Ophthalmology Foundations Course

Are you a graduate in science, opticianry, or someone considering a career in healthcare?

The Clinical Foundations Course is an accelerated, introductory program that blends self‑paced learning with in‑clinic shadowing. It provides participants with a realistic, hands‑on preview of ophthalmology workflows while giving Vision Group Canada an early opportunity to build relationships with high‑potential candidates.

Target Audience

Students and graduates of science-related university programs, graduates of an Opticianry diploma program, or individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.

Program Format

  • Self-paced remote learning: Short online modules completed asynchronously, allowing participants to learn on their own schedule.
  • Scheduled observation days in a clinic, for example, 2 to 3 days per week based on operational needs.
  • Accelerated timeline: A program designed to be completed over approximately two weeks during the summer.
  • Assessment: Short knowledge checks, quizzes, and module completion tracking. The goal is to encourage engagement and learning without creating unnecessary evaluation pressure.

Key Learning Themes

  • Core ophthalmic assessments: introductory concepts behind common tests (e.g., tonometry/IOP, visual fields, basic visual assessment)
  • Introduction to commonly used diagnostic tests and procedures in ophthalmology.
  • Essential pharmacology concepts: commonly prescribed ophthalmic medications and their role in routine clinical care.
  • Clinical exposure areas: refractive vs. clinical ophthalmology environments and, where feasible, a glimpse of surgical day workflow.

What You'll Receive

  • A certificate of completion recognizing your training.
  • Hands-on clinical exposure through structured observation experiences.
  • Direct connections with clinical leaders and teams, creating opportunities for future employment.
  • A simple way to explore various clinical career paths, including Ophthalmic Technician, Surgical Assistant, and Clinical Assistant roles.

️ Ready to discover the world of ophthalmology? Apply today through our Careers page.

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