Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Examination(v.4)
This 3-hour, 200 item computer administrated covers the scope of practice of an ophthalmic technician. Candidates must also pass a computer-simulated skill evaluation in seven areas. Two hours are allotted to complete the skill evaluation. This exam is being recommended for a total of 18 semester hours in the lower-division
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
Skills
Earning Criteria
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The skills measured include History and Documentation; Visual Assessment; Visual Field Testing; Pupil Assessment; Tonometry; Keratometry; Ocular Motility Testing; Lensometry; Refraction, Retinoscopy and Refinement; Biometry; Supplemental Testing; Microbiology; Pharmacology; Surgical Assisting; Ophthalmic Patient Services and Education; Optics and Spectacles; Contact Lenses; Ophthalmic Imaging; Photography and Videography; Equipment Maintenance and Repair; Medical Ethics, Legal and Regulatory.
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Skill Areas for the COT Skill Examination: Lensometry, Visual Fields, Ocular motility, Keratometry, Retinoscopy, Refinement, Tonometry