Variant of CIP 2016 - Alternative primary groupings

Variant of CIP 2016 - Alternative primary groupings
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51.1804 - Orthoptics/orthoptist

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of ophthalmologists, to analyse, evaluate, and treat specific disorders of vision, eye movement, and eye alignment in children and adults. These programs include courses in eye anatomy, neuroanatomy, physiology, pharmacology, ophthalmic optics, diagnostic testing and measurement, orthoptic treatment therapy, systemic ocular diseases and disorders, principles of surgery, examination techniques, patient education, child psychology and development, learning disabilities, medical writing, and record keeping.

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