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Ocular Pharmacology for Clinical Optometrists (Classroom & Asynchronous e-learning)
Programme Code: SOM-OPCP (OPT5101)
Mode of Delivery
Blended Learning
Duration
2 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 is designed to provide students with a refresher on the pharmacological principles and therapeutic interventions related to the treatment of ocular diseases. The course will cover the basic pharmacology of drugs used in ophthalmology, including mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects and therapeutic application. Students will gain insight into the different classes of ocular medications and their appropriate use in the management of various ocular conditions.
Module Outline:
1. Brief overview of basic pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of ocular drugs and route of administration and drug deliver to the eye
2. Describe the mechanism of action, clinical application, side-effects, indication and contraindication of the different classes of ocular drugs.
Benefits of Attending
This module aims to provide a refresher course on the action, safe uses, side-effect, indication and contraindication of the following diagnostic agents commonly used in the ophthalmology clinics:
- Topical anaesthetics
- Mydriatics
- Cycloplegics
The module also aims to equip the students with the skills and knowledge to use topical anaesthetics, mydriatics and cycloplegics with confidence.
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
| S/N | Topics |
|
1 |
Introducing Diagnostic and Therapeutic Drugs of the Eyes and Ophthalmic Drug Delivery |
|
2 |
Local Anesthetics |
|
3 |
Mydriatics and Mydriolytics and Dilation of Pupil |
|
4 |
Cycloplegics and Cycloplegic Refraction |
|
5 |
Anti-glaucoma |
|
6 |
Anti-infective agents |
|
7 |
Anti-inflammatory |
|
8 |
Anti-allergy agents |
|
9 |
Ocular medication for dry eye |
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
Prerequisite
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
Assignments, Online Test, Practical Exam and Written Exam
Awards and Certification
Module will be stacked with two other modules (SOM-ACTRD and SOM-CRSPED) 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
$1890
$1890
$1890
$1890
$1890
Less: SSG Grant Amount4
–
$1323
$1323
$1323
$1323
Nett Course Fee
$1890
$567
$567
$567
$567
9% GST on Nett Course Fee
$170.10
$51.03
$51.03
$51.03
$51.03
Total Nett Course Fee Payable including GST
$2060.10
$618.03
$618.03
$618.03
$618.03
Less Additional Funding if Eligible Under Various Schemes
–
–
$378
–
$378
Total Nett Cost Fee Payable, Including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes
$2060.10
$618.03
$240.03
$618.03
$240.03
1) All self-sponsored Singaporean 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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