Advanced Paediatric Eye Care

Advanced Paediatric Eye Care

Date: 21/07/2025 (AEST)

Venue: Online, NSW, 2052

Provider: School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales

Contact: https://navigator.unsw.edu.au/listing/med-ape

Activity Outline

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the tools, knowledge and insight required for management of common childhood vision disorders in Australia and beyond.

Through the progression of this course, you will reflect on broader clinician capabilities, including the ability to translate research evidence practice and apply communication skills required for paediatric clinical practice with patient-centred care in mind. The course emphasises the importance of the comprehensive childhood vision examination, the management of childhood refractive error, evaluation and management of common childhood strabismus and diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia.
The course materials have been prepared by a diverse and accomplished faculty, comprising optometrists, ophthalmologists, orthoptists, and developmental paediatricians. This interdisciplinary approach ensures a comprehensive and well-rounded perspective on paediatric eye care. By drawing from the expertise of professionals in various fields, the course offers a rich and holistic understanding of the subject matter, enhancing your knowledge and skills in paediatric optometry and strabismus.

The Advanced Paediatric Eye Care Short course is designed for busy working professionals, with interactive self­ paced online delivery supported by case-based webinars that brings together knowledge from across paediatric eye care domains. The 30 hours of course content is delivered over six weeks, and includes four 2-hour interactive webinars for case-based clinical care discussions.

Designed to provide eye care practitioners with advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for diagnosis and management of common childhood vision disorders.

21st July: course opens,

introduction on Zoom 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th August: Zooms 7-9pm

1st September: course closes

Price :  $1,250.00 AUD

Learning Objectives

• Apply the technical skills to comprehensively assess visual function, ocular alignment and motility, refractive status, and ocular health in infants and pre-literate children. They will also be able to interpret clinical findings effectively.
• Diagnose common paediatric eye conditions accurately, drawing on their acquired diagnostic expertise.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the typical ocular and visual neurodevelopment in healthy children, providing a foundation for comparison and analysis when evaluating young patients.
• Summarise and communicate their findings clearly and effectively for optimum management of paediatric eye conditions.

Max CPD hours awarded: 30

Session Information