Ophthalmic Dispensing

This course is designed for optometry and ophthalmic dispensing students, trainees, and entry-level professionals seeking strong practical and theoretical foundations. It benefits learners who want to develop skills in spectacle lens selection, frame fitting, measurements, and patient care. The course is also suitable for practitioners aiming to improve dispensing accuracy and professional competence in clinical or optical settings.

No Certificate / Course on Audit Track

About Course

The Ophthalmic Dispensing course provides learners with a strong practical and theoretical foundation in the dispensing of spectacles for optometric and optical practice. The course focuses on essential aspects such as spectacle lens selection, frame fitting, optical measurements, and patient-centered dispensing techniques.

Students will develop the skills required to accurately interpret prescriptions, select appropriate lenses and frames, and ensure optimal visual comfort and aesthetics for patients. Emphasis is placed on dispensing accuracy, professional communication, and quality control, supporting effective and competent practice in clinical and optical settings.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

 

Source and Credits 1:

  • Instructor: Laramy-K Optical
  • Provider: YouTube (@LaramyKOptical)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits 2:

  • Instructor: Doctor Eye Health
  • Provider: YouTube (@DoctorEyeHealth)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits 3:

  • Instructor: Rx Safety Videos
  • Provider: YouTube (@RXSafety)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Explain the foundational principles of ophthalmic optics, lens materials, and spectacle components.
  • Interpret, design spectacle prescriptions using standard ophthalmic dispensing tools and techniques
  • Develop customized dispensing solutions for diverse patient needs, including pediatric, geriatric, and special visual requirements
  • Evaluate ophthalmic dispensing practices in clinical and optical settings while adhering to professional, ethical, and safety standards.

Prerequisites

To be successful in this course, you should have a background in Enrollment in BS OPTOMETRY / OPTOMETRY & ORTHOPTICS program Basic understanding of:
  • Eye anatomy and physiology
  • Refractive errors 
  • Objective and subjective refraction 
  • Familiarity with different lab instruments

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is designed for undergraduate optometry students who want a clear understanding of glasses , frames, selection of frame and basic ophthalmic practice

Course Outline

Frame and Its Parts

Frame and Its Parts – Dispensing (Video)

Fundamentals of Lens Types

Types and Material

(Video)

Bifocals and Types

Bifocal Glasses (Video)

Trifocals and Designs

What are Trifocal Lenses (Video)

Skills You Will Gain

Spectacle Lens Selection Frame Fitting Techniques Optical Measurements Prescription Interpretation Patient-Centered Dispensing

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 0.5 Hours

Course Information

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

Instructor/Curator

Course Instructor
  • Iqra Shahzad profile image
    Iqra Shahzad Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Rehabilitation & Allied Health Sciences