23/11/2022
what is CVS?
Q1: What is a Vision Screener/Certified Vision Screener?
A: Vision screeners are part of the national public health. They mainly screen the public to see if various eye functions are normal, and to detect/pre-detect eye abnormalities and problems.
Q2: What are the main objectives of the screener?
A:
1. Explain and engage the public about common eye diseases.
2. Educate the public/community and create awareness on common eye diseases.
3. Quickly identify visible and non-visible eye diseases.
Q3: What are the screening items?
A: Myopia, Astigmatism, Hyperopia, Presbyopia, Colour Blindness, Strabismus, Phoria, Cataract, Intraocular Pressure, Optic Nerve, etc.
Q4: What career route to take after graduating from course?
A:
1. Involve in governmental and non-governmental screening efforts.
2. Involve in governmental and non-governmental public welfare activities.
3. Assisting/serving in optical shops nationwide with skills in eye screening.
