2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician
Career Cluster:	Health Science

CCC	
CIP Number	0351100600	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 credit hours	
CTSO	HOSA: Future Health Professionals	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	51-9083 Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians
	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Ophthalmic Technician AS degree program (1351180301).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians. SOC Code 51-9083 (Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians).

The content includes but is not limited to basic instruction in anatomy and physiology, CPR, Heartsaver, office practices and dispensing of visual devices.  Because optometrists now deal with certain drugs, students need knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic drugs under supervision.  
  
Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system and health occupations.
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
03.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
05.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
06.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
07.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
11.0	Apply basic math and science skills. 
12.0	Perform lens preparation. 
13.0	Demonstrate knowledge of edging lenses. 
14.0	Perform edging using appropriate automatic equipment.
15.0	Perform edging using appropriate hand edging equipment.
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of impact resistant lenses.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of insets and prisms in lenses. 
18.0	Perform special procedures.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician 
CIP Number:		0351100600
Program Length:	24 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		51-9083

This certificate program is part of the Ophthalmic Technician AS degree program (1351180301).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:
	
01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations–The student will be able to:	
01.01	Identify the basic components of the healthcare delivery system including public, private, government and non-profit.	
01.02	Identify common methods of payment for healthcare services.	
01.03	Describe the various types of healthcare providers and the range of services available including resources to victims of domestic violence. 	
01.04	Describe the composition and functions of a healthcare team. 	
01.05	Identify the general roles and responsibilities of the individual members of the healthcare team. 	
01.06	Identify the roles and responsibilities of the consumer within the healthcare delivery system. 	
01.07	Identify characteristics of effective teams. 	
01.08	Recognize methods for building positive team relationships.	
01.09	Analyze attributes and attitudes of an effective leader. 	
01.10	Recognize factors and situations that may lead to conflict.	
01.11	Demonstrate effective techniques for managing team conflict. 	
01.12	Describe factors that influence the current delivery system of healthcare.	
01.13	Explain the impact of emerging issues including technology, epidemiology, bioethics and socioeconomics on healthcare delivery systems. 	
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively–The student will be able to:	
02.01	Develop basic speaking and active listening skills.	
02.02	Develop basic observational skills and related documentation strategies in written and oral form.	
02.03	Identify characteristics of successful and unsuccessful communication including communication styles and barriers. 	
02.04	Respond to verbal and non-verbal cues. 	
02.05	Compose written communication using correct spelling, grammar, a formatting and confidentiality and specific formats of letter writing.	
02.06	Use appropriate medical terminology and abbreviations. 	
02.07	Recognize the importance of courtesy and respect for patients and other healthcare workers and maintain good interpersonal relationships. 	
02.08	Recognize the importance of patient/client educations regarding healthcare. 	
02.09	Adapt communication skills to varied levels of understanding and cultural orientation including diverse age, cultural, economic, ethnic and religious groups. 	
02.10	Analyze elements of communication using a sender-receiver model.	
02.11	Distinguish between and report subjective and objective information. 	
02.12	Report relevant information in order of occurrence. 	
03.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities–The student will be able to:	
03.01	Discuss the legal framework of the healthcare occupations including scope of practice legislation.	
03.02	Explain practices that could result in malpractice, liability, negligence, abandonment, false imprisonment and fraud. 	
03.03	Demonstrate procedures for accurate documentation and record keeping. 	
03.04	Interpret healthcare facility policy and procedures. 	
03.05	Explain the “Patient’s Bill of Rights”.	
03.06	Identify standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).	
03.07	Describe advance directives. 	
03.08	Describe informed consent. 	
03.09	Explain the laws governing harassment, labor and employment. 	
03.10	Differentiate between legal and ethical issues in healthcare.	
03.11	Describe a code of ethics consistent with the healthcare occupation. 	
03.12	Identify and compare personal, professional, and organizational ethics. 	
03.13	Recognize the limits of authority and responsibility of health care workers including legislated scope of practice. 	
03.14	Recognize and report illegal and/or unethical practices of healthcare workers. 	
03.15	Recognize and report abuse including domestic violence and neglect. 	
03.16	Distinguish among the five schedules of controlled substances.	
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts–The student will be able to:	
04.01	Describe strategies for prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. 	
04.02	Identify personal health practices and environmental factors which affect optimal function of each of the major body systems.	
04.03	Identify psychological reactions to illness including defense mechanisms. 	
04.04	Identify complementary and alternative health practices. 	
04.05	Discuss the adverse effects of the use of alcohol, tobacco, and both legal and illegal drugs on the human body and apply safety practices related to these and other high risk behaviors. 	
04.06	Explain the basic concepts of positive self image, wellness and stress. 	
04.07	Develop a wellness and stress control plan that can be used in personal and professional life. 	
04.08	Explore and utilize the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate food guide (www.choosemyplate.gov).	
04.09	Recognize the steps in the grief process. 	
05.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures–The student will be able to:	
05.01	Recognize safe and unsafe working conditions and report safety hazards. 	
05.02	Demonstrate the safe use of medical equipment.	
05.03	Explain and apply the theory of root- cause analysis.  	
05.04	Identify and describe methods in medical error reduction and prevention in the various healthcare settings. 	
05.05	Identify and practice security procedures for medical supplies and equipment. 	
05.06	Demonstrate personal safety procedures based on Occupations Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations (including standard precautions). 	
05.07	Recognize Materials Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) and comply with safety signs, symbols and labels. 	
05.08	Demonstrate proper body mechanics and ergonomics. 	
05.09	Demonstrate the procedure for properly identifying patients. 	
05.10	Demonstrate procedures for the safe transport and transfer of patients. 	
05.11	Describe fire, safety, disaster and evacuations procedures. 	
05.12	Discuss The Joint Commission patient safety goals (www.jointcommission.org). 	
06.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations–The student will be able to:	
06.01	Monitor and record vital signs.	
06.02	Describe legal parameters relating to the administration of emergency care. 	
06.03	Obtain and maintain training or certification on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillator (AED), foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) and first aid. 	
06.04	Recognize adverse drug related emergencies and take appropriate first aid action. 	
07.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures–The student will be able to:	
07.01	Define principles of infection control including standard and transmission based precautions.	
07.02	Demonstrate knowledge of medical asepsis and practice procedures such as hand-washing and isolation. 	
07.03	Demonstrate knowledge of surgical asepsis. 	
07.04	Describe how to dispose correctly of biohazardous materials according to appropriate government guidelines such as OSHA. 	
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare–The student will be able to:	
08.01	Describe technology applications in healthcare. 	
08.02	Define terms and demonstrate basic computer skills. 	
08.03	Recognize technology applications in healthcare. 	
08.04	Interpret information from electronic medical documents. 	
08.05	Identify methods of communication to access and distribute data such as fax, e-mail and internet. 	
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills–The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify personal traits or attitudes desirable in a member of the healthcare team. 	
09.02	Exemplify basic professional standards of healthcare workers as they apply to hygiene, dress, language, confidentiality and behavior (i.e. telephone etiquette, courtesy and self-introductions). 	
09.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job. 	
09.04	Write an appropriate resume. 	
09.05	Conduct a job search. 	
09.06	Complete a job application form correctly.	
09.07	Examine levels of education, credentialing requirements including licensure and certification, employment opportunities, workplace environments and career growth potential. 	
09.08	Recognize levels of education, credentialing requirements, employment opportunities, workplace environments and career growth potential. 	
09.09	Identify acceptable work habits. 	
09.10	Recognize appropriate affective/professional behavior. 	
09.11	Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services or biotechnology research and development). 	
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS–The student will be able to:	
10.01	Recognize emerging diseases and disorders.	
10.02	Distinguish between fact and fallacy about the transmission and treatment of diseases caused by blood borne pathogens including Hepatitis B.	
10.03	Identify community resources and services available to the individuals with diseases caused by blood borne pathogens.	
10.04	Identify "at risk" behaviors which promote the spread of diseases caused by blood borne pathogens and the public education necessary to combat the spread of these diseases.	
10.05	Apply infection control techniques designed to prevent the spread of diseases caused by blood borne pathogens to the care of all patients following Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines.	
10.06	Demonstrate knowledge of the legal aspects of HIV/AIDS, including testing.	
11.0	Apply basic math and science skills–The student will be able to:	
11.01	Draw, read, and report on graphs, charts and tables.	
11.02	Measure time, temperature, distance, capacity, and mass/weight.	
11.03	Make, use and convert using both traditional and metric units. 	
11.04	Make estimations and approximations and judge the reasonableness of the result.	
11.05	Convert from regular to 24 hour time.	
11.06	Demonstrate ability to evaluate and draw conclusions.	
11.07	Organize and communicate the results obtained by observation and experimentation.	
11.08	Ask appropriate scientific questions and recognize what is involved in experimental approaches to the solution of such questions.	
11.09	Calculate ratios. 	
Completion of the following competencies (12-18) lead to completion point of SOC Code51-9083 (Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians)	
12.0	Perform lens preparation–The student will be able to:	
12.01	Define the terms pertaining to surfacing.	
12.02	Relate the RX to surfacing spherical lenses. 	
12.03	Calculate laps for spherical lenses.	
12.04	Determine the thickness calculations for spherical lenses.	
12.05	Prepare a lot spherical lenses for surfacing.	
12.06	Block spherical lenses for surfacing glass and plastic.	
12.07	Set up a generator for surfacing plus and minus grind spherical lenses.	
12.08	Fine spherical glass and plastic lenses. 	
12.09	Polish spherical glass and plastic lenses. 	
12.10	Inspect and deblock finished lenses.	
12.11	Define terms pertaining to sphero‑cylinder lenses.	
12.12	Relate RX to surfacing cylindrical lenses for flat transposition and toric transposition.	
12.13	Calculate base curve and laps for surfacing cylindrical lenses.	
12.14	Thickness calculations for cylindrical lenses.	
12.15	Enter information on job ticket.	
12.16	Layout lenses for surfacing cylindrical lenses.	
12.17	Set‑up the generator for surfacing cylindrical lenses.	
12.18	Define the terms relating to multifocal lenses.	
12.19	Relate Rx to surfacing multifocal lenses.	
13.0	Demonstrate knowledge of edging lenses–The student will be able to:	
13.01	Explain the need to verify a lens before edging.	
13.02	Describe the methods to verify a lens before edging. 	
13.03	Describe the "Boxing System".	
13.04	Explain the need for decentering a lens.	
13.05	Give examples that bring about decentration in and/or out when laying out for edging.	
13.06	Explain how thickness is verified and the need to control it.   	
13.07	Explain 5 surface defects a lens may have and how an optician would be able to detect each.	
13.08	Apply A.N.S.I. Z‑80 standards when verifying uncut, edged and mounted single vision lenses.	
14.0	Perform edging using appropriate automatic equipment–The student will be able to:	
14.01	Explain the procedures to layout for edging single vision spherical and cylindrical lenses.	
14.02	Demonstrate the ability to layout single vision lenses for edging.	
14.03	Explain why verification of the layout is necessary.	
14.04	Explain how the optician will verify the layout and what will be checked.	
14.05	Explain the different uses the pattern may have in verifying the layout of lenses.	
14.06	Explain the use of the "Box‑o‑graph" for patterns and lenses.	
14.07	Demonstrate the ability to verify a layout.	
14.08	Demonstrate the ability to make patterns.	
14.09	Explain methods of blocking lenses for edging.	
14.10	Explain sizing procedures including set, set size, and on size.	
14.11	Explain the procedures to edge lenses in various automatic edgers.	
14.12	Explain a standard bevel and its uses.	
14.13	Explain a hide‑a‑bevel and its uses.	
14.14	Explain a flat bevel and its uses.	
14.15	Explain a grooved bevel and its uses.	
14.16	Explain a 1/3 ‑ 2/3 bevel and its uses.	
14.17	Explain combination bevels and what they are used for.	
14.18	Explain maintenance schedules and calibration techniques for blocking and edging equipment.	
14.19	Demonstrate the ability to block lenses, edge lenses using the automatic edgers, and control sizing.	
15.0	Perform edging using appropriate hand edging equipment–The student will be able to:	
15.01	Describe the different types of handedgers. 	
15.02	Compare and contrast the advantages and/or disadvantages of ceramic and diamond hand edgers. 	
15.03	Explain the methods of hand beveling. 	
15.04	Explain the reasons for not re‑edging glass lenses. 	
15.05	Explain the methods to re‑edge lenses.	
15.06	Explain the reasons for and use of safety or pin bevels. 	
15.07	Explain the difference between hand edging or beveling and safety or pin beveling. 	
15.08	Demonstrate the ability to hand bevel and/or reshape lenses to fit any given frame. 	
15.09	Demonstrate the ability to insert lenses into various frames	
15.10	Explain the methods of hand beveling.	
15.11	Explain the reasons for not re‑edging glass lenses.	
15.12	Explain the methods to re‑edge lenses.	
15.13	Explain the uses for the polarascope.	
15.14	Demonstrate the ability to hand bevel and/or reshape lenses to fit any given frame.	
15.15	Edge lenses using the HORIZON edger.	
15.16	Explain prism as it relates to edging of single vision lenses, including decentered and ground.	
15.17	Explain the procedure for laying out single vision lenses with prism.	
15.18	Explain maintenance schedules and calibration techniques for edging equipment.	
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of impact resistant lenses–The student will be able to:	
16.01	Explain the heat treating method of making lenses impact resistant.	
16.02	Explain the chemical treating method of making lenses impact resistant.	
16.03	Explain what happens in the process of making a lens impact resistant.	
16.04	Explain the drop ball test and when to use it according to FDA regulations.	
16.05	Explain the legal responsibility in relationship to impact resistant lenses.	
16.06	Explain different types of lens materials and their relationship to impact resistance.	
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of insets and prisms in lenses–The student will be able to: 	
17.01	Explain what is meant by segment position for edging and give examples of computation for segment position in bifocal lenses.	
17.02	Explain inset and relate it to the Rx, the patient, and the lenses.	
17.03	Explain total decentration or total inset.	
17.04	Explain the method of achieving prism in a multifocal.	
17.05	Explain the procedures to layout flat bifocal lenses.	
17.06	Demonstrate the ability to layout and edge flat top bifocal lenses.	
18.0	Perform special procedures–The student will be able to:	
18.01	Layout SV, ST, Round, Exec, Progressive and other lenses.	
18.02	Block lenses.	
18.03	Calculate set sizes.	
18.04	Make patterns.	
18.05	Hand bevel lenses.	
18.06	Safety bevel lenses.	
18.07	Reshape lenses.	
18.08	Dye lenses.	
18.09	UV treat lenses.	
18.10	Heat treat lenses.	
18.11	Chemical treat lenses.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Special Notes

This program meets the Department of Health HIV/AIDS Domestic Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors education requirements.  Upon completion of this program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the student verifying that these requirements have been met.

If students in this program are seeking a licensure, certificate or registration through the Department of Health, please refer to 456.0635 F.S. for more information on disqualification for a license, certificate, or registration through the Department of Health. 

Students are prepared to assist in performing tests to determine defects in vision, preparing and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses, and administering corrective eye exercises and other treatments under the supervision of a person licensed under FL Statutes 458, 459, 463 or 484.

This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the health care industry; planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.

Students should be strongly encouraged to take the Certification examination offered by the Paraoptometric Section of the American Optometric Association.

Cooperative training - OJT is appropriate for this program.  Whenever cooperative training - OJT is offered, the following are required for each student:  a training plan, signed by the student, teacher, and employer, which includes instructional objectives and a list of on-the-job and in-school learning experiences; a workstation that reflects equipment, skills and tasks that are relevant to the occupation which the student has chosen as a career goal.  The student must receive compensation for work performed.

Outcomes 01-11 are referred to as the Health Careers Core and do not have to be completed if the student has previously completed the Core in another health science program.  The CORE should be taken first or concurrently with the first course in the program.  Following the successful completion of the core, the student is eligible to take the National Health Care Foundation Skill Standards Assessment with instructor approval and the completion of a portfolio.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the appropriate career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.