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Common Retinal & Symptomatic Posterior Eye Diseases (Classroom & Asynchronous e-learning)
Programme Code: SOM-CRSPED (OPT5103)
Mode of Delivery
Blended Learning
Duration
6 weeks
Date / Time
- 12/01/2026 , 18/04/2026
Application period for the course is from 06 Oct- 03 Nov 2025.
Programme Highlights
This module provides clinical optometrists a refresher on the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods and management strategies in particular diabetic retinopathy (DR) and age related macular degeneration (AMD).
Optometrists will learn to recognise the urgency in referring each case of DR and AMD. They will monitor and manage the patients under their duty of care and refer the patients to the ophthalmologists in cases that requires secondary or tertiary eyecare.
The module also aims to improve the clinical optometrists’ communication with other healthcare professionals, patient education and counselling when managing patients with retinal eye diseases.
Benefits of Attending
This module provides clinical optometrists a refresher on the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods and management strategies in particular DR and AMD.
By the end of the lessons, students should be able to:
- Identify and differentiate patient symptoms and signs in different types of retinal and symptomatic posterior eye diseases especially on DR and AMD.
- Interpret clinical findings on patient’s signs and symptoms, and patient history and provide accurate diagnosis.
- Recognise the importance of urgency in referral for each retinal diseased case.
- Monitor and manage the patient based on the duty of care of a community optometrist.
- Summarise the findings in a referral letter for each referred case and suggest the course of action for further investigation.
- Complete all the clinical cases required by the module.
Who Should Attend
Optometrists
Trainer Profile
The faculty for the Graduate Certificate (GC) in Recognizing and Co-Managing Common Retinal Diseases includes highly qualified ophthalmologists with diverse subspecialties and clinical optometrists with advanced qualifications and extensive experience as community eye care clinicians
Course Agenda
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S/N |
Topics |
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1 |
Anatomy of the Retina |
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2 |
Diabetic Retinopathy |
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3 |
Retinal Venous Occlusive Disease |
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4 |
Retinal Arterial Occlusive Disease |
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5 |
Hypertensive Disease |
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6 |
Age-related Macular Degeneration |
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7 |
Community Eyecare Workflow for DR and AMD |
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8 |
Other Acquired Macular Disorders (e.g CSR, macular hole, ERM) and Related Conditions |
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9 |
Posterior Retinal Changes due to High Myopia |
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10 |
Retinal Detachment |
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11 |
Revision |
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
The candidates must be fully registered with The Optometry and Opticianry Board (OOB) and have obtained at least one of the following qualifications.
(a) A recognised university degree or higher qualifications in optometry.
(b) Optometry degrees from any private universities run in Singapore before, such as Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Singapore Polytechnic-University of Manchester Optometry Degree Programme, Aston University external degree programme.
(c) Degrees in Life/Health Sciences but possess a valid practicing certificate in optometry and have at least two years of relevant experience.
Assessment modes: Online Test, Practical Exam and Written Exam
Awards and Certification
Module will be stacked with two other modules (SOM-OPCO and SOM-ACTRD) to form the Graduate Certificate in Recognizing and Co-managing Common Retinal Diseases.
Course Fees
International Participants
Singapore Citizens1 39 years old or younger
Singapore Citizens1 40 years old or older eligible for MCES2
Singapore PR
Enhanced Training Support For SMEs3
Full Programme Fee
$5270
$5270
$5270
$5270
$5270
Less: SSG Grant Amount4
–
$3689
$3689
$3689
$3689
Nett Course Fee
$5270
$1581
$1581
$1581
$1581
9% GST on Nett Course Fee
$474.30
$142.29
$142.29
$142.29
$142.29
Total Nett Course Fee Payable including GST
$5744.30
$1723.29
$1723.29
$1723.29
$1723.29
Less Additional Funding if Eligible Under Various Schemes
–
–
$1054
–
$1054
Total Nett Cost Fee Payable, Including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes
$5744.30
$1723.29
$669.29
$1723.29
$669.29
1) All self-sponsored Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay for the course fee.
2) Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES): Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
3) Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS): SME-sponsored employees (Singapore Citizens and PRs) may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
4) Learners must pass all assessment components to successfully complete the course and receive a Certificate of Completion. Learners may have to bear the full course fee if they fail to meet this requirement.
Application Deadline
Sem 2 AY2025/2026 Registration will open on 06 Oct 2025 and close on 03 Nov 2025.
Submit an Application
Interested learners must self-enrol for the courses individually via the Online Application Portal (OAP).
- OPT5101: Ocular Pharmacology for Clinical Optometry
- OPT5102:Advanced Clinical Techniques For Retinal Diseases
- OPT5103:Common Retinal & Symptomatic Posterior Eye Diseases
Download a copy of the academic module registration guide here.
Points to note
- Course submission closes on 03 Nov 2025 (Monday) 23:59HR (strictly no extension will be given). No payment is collected now, as the courses are ongoing registration.
- As part of the submission requirement for academic courses, please prepare to upload your NRIC (front and back) / transcript / Certification during the application.
- All applicants will be notified of the application outcome (offered/rejected) ~ 4 weeks after registration closing. You will need to accept/reject the course offering by then & the school’s administrative & finance team will contact all applicants to proceed with administration & corp billing/payment/ Skillsfuture application in stages.
- Courses are not offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. A committee will review all applications base on the eligibility criteria.
- Student Services Fee of $25.70 is payable for the semester after enrolling in the academic course.
For enquiries regarding the courses, contact nusmedcet@nus.edu.sg .
If you encounter difficulty proceeding with the course registration, please contact the NUS central admin team at lifelonglearning@nus.edu.sg for assistance.
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