ISDT is pleased to launch a Certificate in Dispensing Optics (CDO) course for working opticians, optical sales people, ophthalmologists & optometrists. This is highly needed up-gradation in Dispensing Optics. This course is upgraded version of ISDT,s earlier Certified Dispensing optician course now recognized by Indira Gandhi National Open university (IGNOU), India. This is the only course for opticians, recognized by university.

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WITH IGNOU

2. IGNOU
• Indira Gandhi National Open University, a Central
University by an Act of Parliament – Act No.50 of 1985
having its headquarters at Maidan Garhi, New Delhi –
110068
• IGNOU was established in the year 1985 to democratize
higher education and it has been a pioneer in distance
education and has about 2.0 million students. The
university has an effective network of 59 regional centers
and over 2300 study centers in India. It uses a state-of-
the-art telecommunication system which helps the
University to reach out to the rural areas of India. Quality
and equity have been the guiding principles behind its
endeavors.
• IGNOU’s mission is to advance the frontiers of knowledge
and promote its dissemination through sustainable open
and distance learning systems seamlessly accessible to
all.
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3. Institute of Skill development of
Training (ISDT)
• Institute of skill Development & Training
(ISDT) is one of the experts in designing
professional skill development courses,
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• We specialize in creating world class courses
with high quality course materials for different
industries.
• The courses are focused on development of
specific tasks to developing overall courses
up to Bachelors level.
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4. Sample completion certificate from
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5. Collaborations
• IGNOU
• College of Optometry, Nasik
• Ahmedabad Optical Association
• Surat Optical Association
• Valsad District Optical Association
• Jaipur Zila Opticians Association
• Registered Optician’s association of
Texas, USA
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6. Course Details
• Course: Certificate in Dispensing Optics (CDO) leading to Certified Dispensing
Optician
• Duration: 6 months
• Offered by: ISDT in collaboration with IGNOU
• Affiliation: affiliated with IGNOU
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• Mode of learning: Online
S • Eligibility criteria: Working Opticians with matriculation, Optometrist,
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T • Course material: 8 comprehensive modules covering all major concepts in
lenses, frames, primary eye testing, progressive lenses, refractive errors, visual
optics etc
• Exams: assignments plus final exam on IGNOU online centers
• 1 module 1 assignment per month i.e. 8 modules 8 assignments
• The question paper consists of objective type of questions and 1 case study to
solve, which is based on your practical experience
• The marking system is percentage & grading based
• Fees: Rs. 10000/- for online only. For printed materials pls add Rs. 2500/- extra
• Please send your DD/ Cheque in favor of ISDT payable @ Nasik.
• Expected outcome: understanding of scientific concepts in Ophthalmic optics,
development of technical terminology, creation of theoretical base to complement
practical knowledge/ work knowledge.
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7. Why do the course?
• Cut throat Competition in Optical retail
• Tough & uncertain legal environment
for opticianary sector
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• Entry of large non optical corporations
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manpower to serve customer better
• Increased customer expectations &
awareness
• Need to compete with deep pocket
corporate optical retail stores
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8. ADVANTAGES
• Certification: from IGNOU, the Government of India
University
• Certification from one of the most renowned Optometry
institutes in India
• No brand promotions of any company, completely
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environment
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• No need to attend classes Flexible distance learning mode
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• World class study materials
• Extra qualification in your business
• Up gradation from practical knowledge to formal education
• Guaranteed improvement in customer service & customer
satisfaction
• Web support through forum to solve practice related
problems
• Well accepted by industry
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9. Contact us
• For more details & to talk to the counselor please call:
098606 31444
0253 2505170
0253-2319967
• Address:
I ISDT’s College of Optometry,
S Mahatma Fule Vikas Mandal, opp. New Era English School,
D Govind nagar, Mumbai-Agra highway, Nasik, Maharashtra.
PIN: 422009
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• Visit us at: www.isdtindia.com
• www.optometryindia.com
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10. Registration Form
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