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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge

Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology specifically relating to the eye

Knowledge of procedures involved in referral

Knowledge of the roles of different eye care professionals within the ophthalmic industry

Knowledge of the relationships between the various occupations within the ophthalmic industry

Knowledge of the different modes of practice including retail practices small and large practices labs and wholesalers

Knowledge of terminology used within the Ophthalmic industry

Knowledge of terminology used in relation to the anatomy and physiology of the eye

Essential skills

Locate and use organisation policies procedures and guidelines

Collect analyse and organise ideas and information

Communicate ideas and information

Identify and find solutions to problems

Evidence Required



The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit	The assessee must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills Observation of actual or simulated workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace Where for reasons of safety space or access to equipment and resources assessment takes place away from the workplace the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible In some StatesTerritories participants must have a licence to practice prior to placement in the workplace

Context of and specific resources for assessment	Resources essential for assessment include access to a retail optical practice

Method of assessment	Observation in the workplace if possible Written assignmentsprojects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Access and equity considerations	All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Range Statement



The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Relationships between the different occupations within the optical industry may include:	Roles of different eye care professions, their interrelationship and the legal standing of each

Modes of practice may include:	Optical dispensing practice Medical practice/clinic Retail practices Small and large practices Labs and wholesalers Manufacturers Dispensaries Chain stores Optometric practice

Key issues facing the optical industry may include but is not limited to:	Advances in ophthalmic surgery Surgery's impact on the optical environment Changes in the retail optical environment Ageing population

Current legislation and regulatory requirements may include:	Relevant commonwealth, state or territory acts and regulations specific to the optical industry Other relevant Acts and regulations including: OHS privacy discrimination Industrial Relations

Organisation may refer to:	Optical dispensing practice Medical practice/clinic Retail practices Small and large practices Labs and wholesalers Manufacturers Dispensaries Chain stores Optometric practice