OCAC 1501 01: Intro to Ophthalmic Assisting < Youngstown State University

OCAC 1501 - Introduction to Ophthalmic Assisting

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 44169,
Credit hours: 3

Course Meeting Times

Instructor

Latrice Jones-Bey

Email: ldjonesbey@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor: Program Director/Adjunct Faculty

Professional Qualifications:
Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist, JCAHPO

Master’s, Business Administration, Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor’s, Biology, John Carroll University
Associate, Science, Cuyahoga Community College

Office: Bitonte College of Health and Human Services

Phone: (330) 941-3321

Text: (213) 584-3873

Private Instructor Information

Course Description

1501. Introduction to Ophthalmic Assisting. This course introduces students to the foundational knowledge and professional responsibilities of the ophthalmic technician within the eye care team. Emphasis is placed on the roles and scope of practice of ophthalmic technicians, an overview of ophthalmic subspecialties, basic ocular anatomy and physiology, common refractive errors, and the components of a comprehensive eye examination. The course prepares students for entry-level clinical observation and subsequent hands-on ophthalmic coursework by establishing essential terminology, concepts, and professional expectations. Courses must be taken in the prescribed sequence as part of a cohort. Additional Information: Students progress through the certificate together, and courses are not available out of sequence. Lecture - 3 credit hours 3 s.h.

This course introduces students to the foundational knowledge and professional responsibilities of the ophthalmic assistant within the eye care team. Emphasis is placed on the roles and scope of practice of ophthalmic technicians, an overview of ophthalmic subspecialties, ocular anatomy and physiology, common refractive errors, and the components of a comprehensive eye examination. The course prepares students for entry-level clinical observation and subsequent hands-on ophthalmic coursework by establishing essential terminology, concepts, and professional expectations.

Course Readings

Group	Title	Author	ISBN
Required	The Ophthalmic Assistant

Stein, Harold A., Raymond M. Stein and Melvin I. Freeman. The Ophthalmic Assistant: A Text for Allied and Associated Ophthalmic Personnel. 11th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier, 2023. ISBN 978-0-323-75754-6.

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.

Course Learning Outcomes/Objectives/Goals

How to Succeed in This Course

Attendance Expectations

Late Work Submission Policy

Additional Course Expectations

Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

Assignments/Assessments

Grading and Grading Scale

University Policies

Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of	Reading(s)	Due/To Prepare for Class
8/24	Roles and Responsibility and Terminology	Discussion Board Post
8/31	Anatomy and Physiology - Anterior Segment	Discussion Board Post
9/7	Anatomy and Physiology - Posterior Segment	Discussion Board Post Assignment 1
9/14	Review Session for Midterm	Midterm Assignment
9/21	Midterm	Exam
9/28	Diagnostic Testing Linking Diagnostic Test to Ocular Conditions	Discussion Board Post
10/5	Review for Final	Assignment 2

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.

OCAC 1501 01: Intro to Ophthalmic Assisting