Overview
This qualification reflects the role of optical dispensers who dispense and supply optical appliances as prescribed by optometrists and/or ophthalmologists in accordance with Australian standards. Optical dispensers practice in a range of environments including optical dispensaries, optometric practices and laboratories. They may be self-employed or employed by another optical dispenser, an optometrist, a major optical dispensing company or other retailers.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 100 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Note this qualifications supports industry accreditation as a dispensing optician in New Zealand.
Enrolment Requirements
Although there are no entry requirements contained in the training package we do have requirements prior to accepting your enrolment.
They are:
- You must be currently employed by a dispensing optician
- You must have the support of your Employer.
- We must complete an assessment of the equipment available to you in
your normal place of work.
Why do I need to be employed in this industry to study?
As part of the requirements for the issuing of this certificate you must complete a logbook of at least 100 hours applying the principles contained in the Assessment Requirements.
Don't I need to have a qualification to work in this industry?
No, the industry was deregulated in Australia however the job is highly technical and requires a skilled operator to maintain business profitability. Good knowledge is an absolute must and can mean the difference between making a profit or just the opposite.
Where can this Qualification take me?
Upon successful completion this qualification is designed to give you the skills required to be a Dispensing Optician in Australia. It can also support industry accreditation as a dispensing optician in New Zealand.
Where will I study?
Typically in your normal place of work. Where your employer doesn't have all of the equipment needed available you will be attending classes at the Shamir Lab which is situated @ Unit 1/23 Luke Street, Lytton Qld 4178
Is this the latest course?
This particular certificate was released on the 5/8/15.
What happens if Training Professionals can't complete my training?
Should we be unable to complete your training for whatever reason it is our intention to ensure all up front fees are refunded and you receive a Statement Of Attainment for all modules you have completed. By taking these modules to another RTO you will be able to effectively pick up from where you were and continue. Please note that although you are paying a startup fee most of the time you will be enrolled in modules prior to being charged for them and in many cases you will have completed that module prior to payment as well.
Is there any Government Funding available?
At this point in time in Queensland there are no Government Subsidies available. This may change but it is not expected to at this time.
How will my qualification be delivered?
There are 2 modes of delivery that we can offer you:
1. RPL - Expected Duration is up to 2 years. Typically someone applying for RPL should have at least 5 years experience working in the Ophthalmic industry and have been completing the normal duties of a dispensing optician. The RPL process is about conducting a detailed assessment to identify the learner's existing Knowledge and Skill. The core focus of the RPL process is that evidence is collected that clearly demonstrates a person is competent in all aspects of the "Performance Criteria" and has all of the associated skills. As a result of this, where a candidate claims to have the appropriate knowledge and skills, it is acceptable to scrutinise/recognise, their relevant knowledge and past experience and subsequently give them the full assessment without going through any unnecessary Training.
Total Cost - including all expenses and assuming that all modules have RPL granted this will cost you $5,000 with $1000 due upon acceptance of your enrolment(unless otherwise arranged) then your payments will be collected in arrears after completing modules. Should we not be able to gather sufficient evidence to grant your RPL Training Fees shall apply but won't exceed a total of $7500 for the entire certificate.
What are the units and how long will it take?
It is important to note that this is assuming we can gather all of the evidence needed for you to successfully complete the RPL process. If we can't you will need to undergo any full training needed to fill the gaps.
|
Months |
|
Module |
Description |
Enrol |
Finish |
| 1 |
CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
1 |
1 |
| 2 |
CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
1 |
1 |
| 3 |
HLTWHS001 |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
1 |
1 |
| 4 |
BSBCUS301 |
Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
1 |
1 |
| 5 |
BSBWOR404 |
Develop work priorities |
1 |
1 |
| 6 |
SIRXSLS201 |
Sell products and services |
1 |
1 |
| 7 |
SIRXMER406 |
Monitor in-store visual merchandising display |
1 |
1 |
| 8 |
BSBLDR402 |
Lead effective workplace relationships |
1 |
1 |
| 9 |
BSBSMB403 |
Market the small business |
1 |
1 |
| 10 |
SIRXMER303 |
Coordinate merchandise presentation |
1 |
1 |
| 11 |
HLTOPD001 |
Provide advice on optical appliances |
2 |
2 |
| 12 |
HLTOPD002 |
Dispense optical appliances |
3 |
3 |
| 13 |
HLTOPD003 |
Dispense atypical prescriptions |
3 |
3 |
| 14 |
HLTOPD005 |
Process and manage optical appliance orders |
2 |
2 |
2. Full Face to Face - Expected duration is up to 4 years depending on your opportunities to practice the application of the skills we will teach you. It is our requirement that you have your employer's support to undertake this certificate through us therefore together we will have to fill in the Employer Resource Assessment prior to enrolment. Training and Assessment will be conducted in person at your workplace and where your employer doesn't have the equipment necessary to complete a particular module we will arrange for you to attend the Shamir Lab @ Unit 1/23 Luke Street, Lytton Qld 4178 with our Trainer to deliver your Training and Final Assessment.
Total Cost - including all Text Books, expenses and assuming $7500 for the entire certificate. $1000 will become due upon acceptance of your enrolment(unless otherwise arranged) then your payments will be collected in arrears after completing modules.
Upon payment of your enrolment fee your text books will be made available to you via e-reader within 2 weeks. There is NO extra charge as their price is included in the initial payment. The Textbooks that you will receive are:
The Opthalmic Assistant
Anatomy of the Orbit and Eye
What are the units and how long will it take?
|
Months |
|
Module |
Description |
Enrol |
Finish |
| 1 |
CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
1 |
6 |
| 2 |
CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
1 |
6 |
| 3 |
HLTWHS001 |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
1 |
6 |
| 4 |
BSBCUS301 |
Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
1 |
6 |
| 5 |
BSBWOR404 |
Develop work priorities |
1 |
6 |
| 6 |
SIRXSLS201 |
Sell products and services |
6 |
12 |
| 7 |
SIRXMER406 |
Monitor in-store visual merchandising display |
6 |
12 |
| 8 |
BSBLDR402 |
Lead effective workplace relationships |
6 |
12 |
| 9 |
BSBSMB403 |
Market the small business |
6 |
12 |
| 10 |
SIRXMER303 |
Coordinate merchandise presentation |
6 |
12 |
| 11 |
HLTOPD001 |
Provide advice on optical appliances |
12 |
24 |
| 12 |
HLTOPD002 |
Dispense optical appliances |
12 |
24 |
| 13 |
HLTOPD003 |
Dispense atypical prescriptions |
12 |
24 |
| 14 |
HLTOPD005 |
Process and manage optical appliance orders |
12 |
24 |
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