Study programme	Dispensing optician
Higher Education Institution	Riga Medical College of the University of Latvia
Study field	Health Care

Code of the study programme in accordance with the Latvian Education Classification	41722
EQF/LQF Level	5
Study Programme Type	Pirmā 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 group	Medicīniskie pakalpojumi
ISCED code	0915
ISCED	Medicīniskie pakalpojumi
Credit points	80
Degree to be acquired	-
Qualification to be obtained	dispensing optician
Study type and form	Full time studies
Study lenght	2 years
Language	latvian

Licence number	041020-4
Licence date	18.06.2020
Licenced till

Accreditation page number	Netiek izsniegta
Accreditation date	24.08.2022
Accreditation duration (in years)	6
Accreditation till	25.08.2028

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)