The Ophthalmic Assistant, 10th Ed., by Harold Stein, Raymond Stein, and Melvin Freeman
Optometric Assistant Program
Program Overview
Launch your vision care career with our focused 48-hour Ophthalmic Assistant program. Learn to support eye care professionals through hands-on clinical and administrative training.
What You’ll Learn:
- Conducting diagnostic tests
- Recording and measuring vision
- Testing eye function
- Instructing patients in contact lens insertion and care
- Preparing examination rooms
- Cleaning and arranging equipment
- Answering phones and making appointments
- Handling bookkeeping and other administrative tasks
Ophthalmic Assistants work in eye and vision care clinics and other facilities that provide vision care services.
Admission Requirements
- Complete application and agree to terms in "Class Registration Form" and Program Bulletin
- Must be at least 17 years old (parent/guardian signature required if under 18)
Tuition, Books and Fees
- $50 – Non-refundable Registration Fee (paid online or in person, transferable one time)
- $750 – Tuition
- $100 – Textbook (may be purchased at the school)
Total Program Cost: $900
Certification Fees
- $110 – AAH National Certification (payable to AAH after last day of class)
Payment Plans / Financial Assistance
Full Payment:
Due by the first day of class
Payment Plans:
A two-payment plan is available
- Divides tuition and lab fees accordingly
- Includes 2% finance fee on tuition only