Basic information
Study programmeDispensing optician
Higher Education InstitutionRiga Medical College of the University of Latvia
Study fieldHealth Care
All data
Code of the study programme in accordance with the Latvian Education Classification41722
EQF/LQF Level5
Study Programme TypePirmā līmeņa profesionālā augstākā izglītība (ceturtā līmeņa profesionālā kvalifikācija), īstenojama pēc vispārējās vai profesionālās vidējās izglītības ieguves. Studiju ilgums pilna laika studijās divi–trīs gadi
Study programme (short name)First level professional higher education study programme
Thematic groupMedicīniskie pakalpojumi
ISCED code0915
ISCEDMedicīniskie pakalpojumi
Credit points80
Degree to be acquired-
Qualification to be obtaineddispensing optician
Study type and formFull time studies
Study lenght2 years
Languagelatvian
Licence information
Licence number041020-4
Licence date18.06.2020
Licenced till
Accreditation information
Accreditation page numberNetiek izsniegta
Accreditation date24.08.2022
Accreditation duration (in years)6
Accreditation till25.08.2028
Results
1. To choose an appropriate vision correction product and / or products used in vision health care, to perform the necessary technical measurements in accordance with the instructions of a vision specialist. (P1)
2. To update the technical parameters and values of the spectacle correction device and to ensure compliance with the appointment of a vision specialist. (P2)
3. To manufacture a vision correction device in accordance with the appointment of a vision specialist, to control equipment and devices, choosing the appropriate processing technology. (P3)
4. To perform maintenance of spectacle correction product and sunglasses and to adjust vision correction product to individual anatomical features of clients of all age groups. (P4)
5. To instruct the clients in the correct use of contact lenses and vision correction device, to inform the client and his relatives (in some cases) about the issues of visual health promotion. (K1)
6. To manage problems related to the use of optical devices, to act responsibly in emergency situations. (C1)
7. To operate and maintain premises, equipment and devices in compliance with the work safety, protection and disinfection regime. (P5)
8. To perform trade operations for the circulation of vision correction devices and their care means, ensuring compliance of the offered goods with the size of the client's refractive visual defect, individual anatomical features, work activity and type of use. (C2)
9. To create a benevolent, understanding and professional dialogue with clients, employers, colleagues, partners, to observe professional ethics, legal norms and confidentiality, to draw up documentation. (T1)
10. Evaluate the results of own work, objectively analyse the mistakes, search for their causes and purposefully improve own professional qualifications. (C3)
Documents
DocumentDocument typeLanguage
Expert / Experts joint reportExpert / Experts joint reportenglish
Self-evaluation reportSelf-evaluation reportenglish
Self-evaluation reportSelf-evaluation reportlatvian
Expert / Experts joint report (27.04.2020)Expert / Experts joint reportlatvian
Study programme description (23.12.2019)Study programme descriptionlatvian
History of study programme