Overview
Vision Therapy is an area of knowledge in constant growth, consisting of different exercises to treat dysfunctions such as ocular accommodation, binocularity and ocular motility from a multidisciplinary perspective. Throughout this Programme the students will learn how to perform a successful vision therapy programme and the possibilities to apply it to professional practice.
This programme is part of the Master in Clinical Optometry and Vision Therapy.
Duration: 8 months /5 modules
Modality: Online
Language: English
Estimated number of study hours: 500 (100 hours/module)
Start Date: December 1st, 2024
Entry Requirements:
To study this programme, 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
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DECEMBER: Fundamentals of Ocular Motility and Binocular Vision 1- Function of Ocular Motility. Basic Concepts 2- Tests and Examinations for the Evaluation of Ocular Motility. 3- Oculomotor Motility Anomalies. 4- Clinical Cases. | | |
JANUARY: Paediatric Optometry 1. Communication Techniques with Children 2. Visual Acuity Examination in Children 3. Refraction in Children and Infants 4. Prescription of Optical Correction in Children 5. Disorders of Binocular Vision I – Strabismus 6. Disorders of Binocular Vision II 7. Eye Disorders 8. Visual Hygiene. Ergonomics | | |
MARCH: Amblyopia, Strabismus and Oculomotricity 1. Amblyopia: Assessment and Treatment. 2. Strabismus: Assessment and Treatment. 3. Oculomotricity: Assessment and Treatment. | | |
MAY: Binocular Vision and Accommodation: Assessment and Treatment 1. Assessment and Classification of Oculomotor, Accommodative and Binocular Dysfunctions in Non-Strabismic Patients. – Medical History – Oculomotor Dysfunctions – Accommodative Dysfunctions – Binocular Dysfunctions – Expected Values in the Different Optometric Tests – Visual Hygiene Rules 2. Treatment of Oculomotor, Accommodative and Binocular Dysfunctions. – Vision Therapy Exercises – Previous Concepts – Oculomotor Therapy – Accommodative Therapy – Vergence Therapy – Advice about Vision Therapy | | |
JULY: Vision Therapy and Cognition 1. Fundamentals of Visual Cognition. 2. Visual Perception Dysfunctions: Assessment and Treatment. 3. Visual Attention Dysfunctions: Assessment and Treatment. 4. Visual Memory Dysfunctions: Assessment and Treatment. 5. Visual Awareness Disorders: Assessment and Treatment. 6. Other Cognitive Processes Involved in Vision. | | |
Complementary Activities
Complementary Activity 1: Short essay related to the contents (it will be posted on our specialised blog). From 1st to 29th of February 2024
Complementary Activity 2: Case Study/ Videoblog. From 1st to 30th of April 2024
Complementary Activity 3: Book review. From 1st to 30th of June 2024
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 of the Master 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 module 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.”
Teaching Board
Students are supported by asynchronous discussion with e-tutors – all leading clinicians in their field.
Mar Argudo Iturriaga PhD: PhD in Optometry and Vision Sciences. Optician and Optometrist at Mar Argudo Óptica S.L., Optometrist at Hospital Universitario La Ribera and Optometrist at Hospital Virgen del Consuelo, Spain
Vicente Fernández Sánchez PhD: Optometrist, Pharmacist and PhD in Vision Science. Teacher at University of Murcia and Director of the Clinic of Integral Vision at University of Murcia, Spain
Salut Albà Arbalat MSc: Specialist in Vision Rehabilitation. Clinical Optometrist at Visual Pathway Laboratory, Neuro-ophthalmology Department of August Pi i Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute – IDIBAPS.
Carmen Bilbao Porta MSc: Optometrist, Master in Low Vision and Rehabilitation, Expert in Paediatric Optometry and Vision Therapy. Optometrist at Policlínica Alto Aragón, Huesca, Spain
Accreditation
You will receive an Postgraduate Certificate in Vision Therapy equivalent to 500 hours of study (20 ECTS). The certificate obtained may be issued by SAERA and by Lucentum Universitas.
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 download 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 and Application Deadlines
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: December 1st, 2024
*if you are interested in enroling before that date, please contact us at information@saera.eu
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 resume or CV
(3) copy of Diploma or Degree
(4) copy of your passport or national ID
(5) a passport size picture
(6) payment of the total fee or first instalment.
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
1,200€
Instalments
You have the option to instantly finance your course up to 3 months, interest free.
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.
