Overview
This Course allows the student to study the newest techniques in the adaptation and prescription of several types of Contact Lenses. The course is oriented to Optometrists who want to expand their knowledge in this cutting edge technology.
This Course is part of the Master in Clinical Optometry and Vision Therapy.
Modality: Online
Duration: 1 month
Estimated number of study hours: 100 hours
Tuition Fee: 300€
Start Dates: April 1st, 2025
Language: English
Teacher:
Javier Rojas Viñuela FAAO. Optician and Optometrist, Master in Clinical Optometry and Research, AAO Diplomate Cornea, Contact Lenses and Refractive Technologies.
Entry Requirements:
To study this Course, the student must hold a degree in Optometry or equivalent.
Students with other academic or professional profiles must contact with SAERA (information@saera.eu) before submitting the enrolment form
Study Programme
1. Fundamentals of Anatomophysiology applied to Contact Lens Fitting
2. Impact of Contact Lenses on the Eye Surface
3. Contact Lens Pre-fitting Examination
4. Soft or Hydrophilic Contact Lenses Fitting
5. Rigid Gas-Permeable Lens Fitting
6. Correction of Astigmatism and Presbyopia with Contact Lenses
7. Introduction to Topography
8. Irregular Cornea and Contact Lenses
9. Introduction to Orthokeratology
10. Control of Myopia with Contact Lenses
11. Contact Lens Complications
12. How to Minimise Contact Lens Dropout
*The sequence and contents may vary slightly, but all material will cover the same course topics
Methodology
SAERA uses a self-paced learning method, i.e., it is not necessary to be online on a determined schedule. This model is extremely flexible, allowing you to study around existing work and family commitments. All of the course materials are available as soon as the course starts, and the student goes through them at their own speed.
Our distance learning model combines teaching through virtual classroom, tutorial support and online self-study.
The students are connected and in constant communication through discussion forums led by course tutors and the internal messaging of the virtual campus. This will help them solve doubts by exchanging knowledge and acquiring greater skills when it comes to passing each module.
The assessment will be conducted entirely online, and includes several modes of assessment including the following:
. Assignments: Each assignment is different and can include essay assignments, case-based assignments, short questions, etc. Full details are offered within the course itself.
. Multiple choice questions tests
. Short answer questions test
Each assignment that is required for a course is clearly shown on the Virtual Classroom. You must submit your assignment before the end of the month in order for it to be accepted as “on time.”
Accreditation
The student will obtain a Certificate in Advanced Contact Lens Fitting equivalent to 100 hours of training (4 ECTS). The certificate obtained may be issued by SAERA, by Lucentum Universitas or by the University Isabel I.
Upon enrolment, students must indicate to SAERA the type of certification they wish to obtain at the end of their studies and may not change their choice during the training process.
You can find more information on each of these options by clicking here.
Optional recognition
The students have the option to include in their certificate the recognition of the Hague Apostille. A country that signs the Hague Convention recognises the legal effectiveness of a public document issued in another country that signs the Convention.
If the convention applies between two countries, the Apostille is sufficient to certify a document’s signatures legality, and removes the need for double-certification, by the originating country and then by the receiving country.
The students have the option to include in their certificate the recognition of the Hague Apostille. The price of this service is 90€ (shipping costs not included).
You can fill the Apostille Request Form here
Also visit the Updated list of the Countries adhering to the Convention
If you need assistance, please contact to information@saera.eu
Application and Admission
Start Dates
It may take several days to complete all steps of the application procedure, so make sure to start your application well in time.
Start Date: April 1st, 2025
Steps to enroll:
1- Fill in the online form
2. We will contact you to confirm your registration and inform you about payment methods.
3. Make the payment of the enrollment fee.
What is required in my application?
You must submit:
(1) enrollment form
(2) copy of your passport or national ID
Need Help Enrolling?
If you need any assistance in enrolling, please feel free to contact us at information@saera.eu or send us a text using our WhatsApp number (+34) 651 439 480 and one of our staff will assist you.
Fees and Payment Plan Options
Fees and Payment Plan
Pay in full
300€
Payment Methods
By credit or debit card
We will send you a link to our virtual shop.
Paying your tuition fees by bank transfer
The payment must be made to the below bank account:
Bank account: ES37 0049 1078 1626 1062 1943
Bank: Banco Santander, Av. Rey Don Jaime 39, branch 1078, CP 12001, Castellón.
SWIFT/BIC Code: BSCHESMM
Account holder: School of Advanced Education, Research and Accreditation, S.L.
Reference: “Course Name– Name and Surname”
Order Type: OUR
Paypal
We will send you a payment request by email with a link to our PayPal account, where you can make the payment using your credit or debit card.
