Program Admission
Cascade JH 210 | Program Director: Joanne Harris, COT | healthca@pcc.edu | 503-978-5667
Requirements
In order to apply for the Ophthalmic Medical Technology program, you must have:
- Your high school diploma or GED. This requirement may be waived if student has a transcript of previous college experience.
- Working knowledge and/or background of basic computer skills including Windows, Internet and email.
- Transportation to practicum facilities throughout the Portland Metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
In addition, you will have to pass a Criminal Background Check and possess the technical standards required in order to complete the course curriculum.
Application
To apply for the OMT program, please complete the following steps:
- Take the required College Placement Tests. See catalog for score requirements.
- Obtain two statements of recommendation from recent employers, instructors or counselors.
- Arrange advising session with the OMT program director, Joanne Harris.
- Submit program application and recommendations to:
Portland Community College
Attention: Allied Heath Advisor/Program Support Specialist
705 N. Killingsworth JH/210A
Portland, OR 97217
Students will receive provisional acceptance into the Ophthalmic Medical Technology Program by meeting the College placement test score requirements and demonstrating satisfactory English language ability through a written and oral interview assessment. The written and oral assessment will be administered at the program advising session.
Upon acceptance into the program, students must have documentation of the following prior to the beginning of spring term:
- satisfactory physical examination
- Mantoux test
- evidence of immunity to measles
- evidence of initiating the immunization series for Hepatitis B or sign a waiver declining immunization
If you have any questions or need further instruction, please contact the Program Support Specialist at 503-978-5667.
Program Costs
These costs are approximate and based on 2005-06 academic year figures.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, Lab, and Fees | See Tuition and Fees |
| Books | $800 the first year, $300 the second |
| Criminal Background Check | $30 |
| Professional Association Dues | Optional $20/year student rate to Association of Technical Personnel in Ophthalmology (ATPO). |
| Certification Exam | $325 (written exam) plus $110 for skill evaluation |
| Lab Jacket | $30 |
| Graduation Application Fee | See Graduation website. |
PCC has a variety of financial aid options and scholarship opportunities available for students.