Basics and Beyond 2.0 is an easy- to- use training tool that can help you deliver a consistent baseline of common optical knowledge to your team and provide the information necessary to successfully recommend products to your patients.
This is a interactive training experience, which includes an introduction to the optical profession including most of the fundamental information that will be required on the job.
● Interactive review quizzes at the end of each section
● A comprehensive examination
● A detailed printable report that includes the participant’s exam score as it relates to the various training modules.
PROFESSIONS IN OPTICAL
This module includes a complete description of the most common optical professionals in the industry.
OPTICAL TERMINOLOGY
This module is designed to illustrate the most common optical terms used in an optical environment to improve communication skills with their accounts.
BASIC OCULAR ANATOMY
This module provides a basic overview of the anatomy of the eye and how each part works together to create sight.
COMMON VISION DISORDERS
By understanding the process of sight and a few basic diagnoses. This module includes illustrated examples of Myopia, Hyperopia, Presbyopia and Astigmatism.
ELEMENTS OF A SPECTACLE PRESCRIPTION
This module will describe the elements of a spectacle prescription by explaining the difference between spherical, cylinder, axis, add, base curve and prism, and how it affects clarity of vision.
POPULAR LENS STYLES
This module has specific examples of popular lens styles available and a brief overview of single vision, bifocal, trifocal and progressive lenses. Along with how the lens functions to correct the visual diagnosis for which it is used.
PAL TECHNOLOGY
This module includes an explanation of PALs, the difference between a bifocal and trifocal, and the benefits a patient will receive from wearing PALs.
LENS MATERIALS
This module delves into specific information on lens materials and provides clear explanations and the benefits of each. Plus the benefits and advantages of each lens material available.
LENS TREATMENTS
A variety of premium, performance-enhancing treatments are available for lenses, each of them offering valuable benefits to the patient. This module provides a clear explanation of each treatment to help patients make an informed decision when selecting the most suitable options for their lifestyle.