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Evidence-Based Myopia Management

Develop the knowledge and skills to diagnose and manage progressive myopia.
Next Dates
15 Jun
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Duration
8 weeks
Delivery mode
Online
Price (AUD inc. GST)
$1,250
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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

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Pauline Kang
Associate Professor - Medicine & Health
  • Expert in research on myopia, particularly on treatments to control its progression in children
  • Leads the Myopia Research Group and the Myopia Clinic at the UNSW Optometry Clinic
  • Combines clinical practice with teaching, educating students on the latest evidence-based practices for managing progressive myopia

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.

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Martin Bean CBE

CEO, The Bean Centre

"Lifelong learning is the key to staying relevant in an ever-changing world. At UNSW, we provide a dynamic environment that encourages growth and excellence, ensuring learners are empowered to lead and innovate in their careers."

Key features

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Evidence-based content

Learn the latest optical, pharmacological and behavioural interventions for managing progressive myopia.

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Practical clinical skills

Gain hands-on tools to identify at-risk individuals and implement effective management strategies.

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Personalised care plans

Learn to develop tailored approaches for both simple and complex cases.

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Critical appraisal training

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

Course delivery

Format

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Delivery

Method

  • Online
  • 30 hours of learning over 8 weeks
  • Online asynchronous (self-paced) learning
  • Group activities via Zoom synchronous sessions
  • Remote

Next steps

Enrol now in Evidence-based Myopia Management via the UNSW Navigator portal. 

Upcoming dates

Choose from the below scheduled course dates designed to provide flexibility and fit within your calendar.

  • 15 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026: Enrol

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Course is suitable for