Clinical Vision Science

Students in Dalhousie University’s Master of Clinical Vision Science program develop outstanding skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ocular disorders, paving the way for work in the interdisciplinary model of eye care. The consistent 100% employability rate in the profession demonstrates you will enter the workforce with excellent job prospects.

The Clinical Vision Science program is an innovative graduate course developed through a unique partnership between the IWK Health Centre and Dalhousie University . The school has long been internationally respected for the calibre of its orthoptic education program. The largest orthoptic education centre in Canada and is the only training program that offers graduates the opportunity to gain certification in orthoptics and ophthalmic medical technology.

We provide students with a strong foundation in clinical vision sciences (including neuroscience and neuropharmacology). You will learn to analyze and relate research findings to clinical experience, skills vital for superior diagnostic and therapeutic services, ensuring you will be well-prepared for both clinical and research-based practices.

Careers

This Master of Science degree prepares you for careers in the health, education, medical, research, pharmaceutical, and public sectors.

Possible careers include:

• Orthoptist

• Clinical Coordinator

• Ophthalmic Medical Technologist

• program Coordinator

• ICA : International Council of Accreditation

• Health Education Accreditation - Accreditation Canada

Courses include:

• Physical and Visual Optics

• Extraocular Motility Disorders

• Therapeutic and Psychosocial Aspects of Low Vision

• Treatment of Ocular Motility Disorders

• Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease

• Treatment of Visual Disorders