Vision Care Program EAST HIGH SCHOOL
VISION CARE CTE ENDORSEMENT - 5 TOTAL CREDITS
Students in the Vision Care Program will learn the skills and responsibilities of a working optician. They will learn the structure and function of the eye, how to manufacture a pair of glasses, repair glasses and work with eye doctors to help screen patients. CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION ENDORSEMENT Students who successfully complete all requirements of the Vision Care Program will earn a NYS Career & Technical Endorsement. 4+1 PATHWAY Meeting the program requirements entitles students to this alternative option for graduation. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS • Minimum 5 credits • Career Portfolio
REQUIRED:
Vision Care I
Vision Care II
Vision Care III
Vision Care IV - Clinical Externship Career & Financial Management
Erie Community College Articulation Agreement VC 245 - Ophthalmic Fabrication I- 2 credits
• Employability Profile • Technical Assessment
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Optical Lab Technician • Retinal Eye Specialist • Ophthalmic Nurse
• Ophthalmic Technologist • Ophthalmic Medical Technician • Ophthalmic Assistant
• Optician • Optometrist • Ophthalmologist
Q&A
Who is eligible? Any student attending East High School student can enroll in the Vision Care Program What types of experiences are offered? Work based learning such as internships, co-ops, job shadows, industry tours and careers fairs. How do I enroll in the Vision Care Program? See your school counselor to enroll.
For more information contact Sheldon Cox, Executive Director of Career & Technical Education, Email: cte@rcsdk12.org
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