Evidence-Based Myopia Management
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Delivery mode
- Online
- Price (AUD inc. GST)
- $1,250
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Develop practical skills to identify those at risk of myopia.
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Gain in-depth knowledge of evidence-based myopia interventions.
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Learn to critically evaluate research on new therapies.
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Course summary
Master evidence-based myopia management with practical skills and critical insight
This course provides a comprehensive overview of progressive myopia management, covering the latest evidence-based optical, pharmacological and behavioural interventions. You will gain practical skills to identify individuals at risk of developing or progressing myopia and learn to create personalised management plans for both straightforward and complex cases. Additionally, the course will equip you with the ability to critically appraise emerging research, fostering life-long skills in evaluating new therapies as they become available.
Who will benefit
- Eye health care clinicians
- Individuals interested in learning how to diagnose and manage progressive myopia
Course is suitable for
- Optometrists, ophthalmologists and eye care professionals who are involved in the diagnosis and management of myopia
- Those looking to expand their clinical expertise with the latest evidence-based approaches and interventions for progressive myopia
Delivered by experts
About the course
Stay ahead in myopia diagnosis and treatment
Designed for eye care clinicians in Australia and overseas, this short course provides a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to managing progressive myopia. You’ll gain practical skills to identify individuals at risk and develop tailored management plans for both simple and complex cases. The course also builds your ability to critically evaluate emerging therapies, equipping you with lifelong skills to stay current in this rapidly evolving field.
Why enrol in this course
Enhance clinical expertise
Stay current with cutting-edge knowledge to support better patient care.
Develop lifelong skills
Learn how to critically assess emerging treatments and apply them effectively.
Learn from experts
Benefit from instruction by leading clinicians and researchers in myopia management.
Boost career opportunities
Strengthen your credentials and expand your professional scope in eye care.
Key features
Learn the latest optical, pharmacological and behavioural interventions for managing progressive myopia.
Gain hands-on tools to identify at-risk individuals and implement effective management strategies.
Learn to develop tailored approaches for both simple and complex cases.
Build your ability to evaluate new research and therapies with confidence and independence.
Learning outcomes
Core competencies developed in myopia management
By the end of this course, you will be equipped to identify key risk factors for myopia development and progression, and critically evaluate the benefits and limitations of current optical, pharmacological and behavioural interventions.
What you'll learn
In this course, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the benefits and limitations of current optical, pharmacological and behavioural interventions used to manage progressive myopia. The course will equip you with the skills to apply specialised ophthalmic technologies and methodologies essential for effective myopia management. You’ll also develop the expertise to confidently design, implement and adjust personalised management plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Topics covered
- Introduction to myopia
- Refractive error development
- Epidemiology of myopia
- Risk factors for myopia
- Monitoring myopia progression
- Spectacles for myopia control
- Soft contact lenses for myopia control
- Orthokeratology for myopia control
- Atropine and other pharmacological interventions for myopia control
- Behavioural modifications for myopia management
- Clinical considerations for myopia management
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Next steps
Enrol now in Evidence-based Myopia Management via the UNSW Navigator portal.
- 15 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026: Enrol
Skills and career
Skills
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Course is suitable for