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1245 E. BUCKEYE ROAD | PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85034 | 602.238.4367 | MARICOPASKILLCENTER.COM
ABOUT MSC
Maricopa Skill Center is
 Part of Maricopa Community College District (MCCD)
 A division of GateWay Community College (GWCC)
 A provider of quality education in Health Careers:
 Ophthalmic Assistant (program consists of classroom instruction/lecture,
hands-on lab practice, and experiences in clinical settings . Various teaching strategies
are used throughout the program of study, such as role play, online case studies, and
simulation. It is important to note that technology is used extensively during the
program. It is strongly recommended that students have access to a personal
computer.
 A clock hour school – tuition is calculated by the number of
hours spent in class. Tuition is $5.00/hour for OA program.
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT PROGRAM
The Ophthalmic Assistant Program prepares individuals to assist ophthalmologists
and optometrists in examining and treating patients with vision problems, vision
disorders, and eye diseases. Includes instruction in taking patient histories,
administering directed treatments and topical medications, diagnostic test
procedures and equipment operation, anatomical and functional ocular
measurements, patient care, education, and instruction, ophthalmic and surgical
equipment maintenance, safety and sterilization procedures, and office
administrative procedures.
JOB TITLES: Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician
Class Start Dates for 2014/15
 January 12, 2015
 Accepting completed
applications now
 Seating is first come,
first served
 Seating limited to 25
June 2015
APPLYING TO THE PROGRAM
STEP 1: PREPARE FOR THE APPLICATION
1) Complete this Tutorial (view PowerPoint
presentation)
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Complete a Student Information Form (SIF).
Take an Enrollment Assessment Test.
Apply for financial aid, if applicable.
Submit a complete application, with all
documentation attached.. This is available to download
via the MSC website. Be sure to read the entire packet.
If you have questions please call 602-238-4367 for more
information.
Note: No incomplete applications will be accepted.
ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
. •Must be 18 years of age.
•High School diploma or G.E.D.
Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card,
Passing MCCCD background check, &
MCCCDNegative drug screening( Details on drug
screen will be provided once application is received)
Proof of Immunization
Due when submitting application.
In order to project a professional image, business casual attire is
required.
Shirts need to be 2” below the waist band even when sitting or raising arms.
Unacceptable attire includes: tank, halter, or tube tops, spaghetti straps,
mini-skirts or -shorts, cut-off shorts, any garment that is too revealing of
your back, mid-drift, or chest, and inappropriate graphics or lettering, etc.
Scrubs will be worn for clinical/lab time. Two sets of scrub tops will be
supplied.
Obtain Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
 Obtain Department of Public Safety (D.P.S.) Level 1
FCC Application Packet at Student Services or from
AZ DPS.
 Cost is $69 (subject to change)
 It can take up to 6-8 weeks to receive card.
 Visit DPS site at
http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/
Please note, a valid FCC card will be needed upon application submittal. Please be sure to
give at least two months prior application submittal for it to arrive. You must have the actual
card to apply.
HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
MSC requirements for “hands on care” prior to entering program
1. PPD - Negative Tuberculosis skin test or CXR if indicated
2. Proof of two MMR immunizations or positive titers for measles,
mumps, & rubella)
3. Hepatitis B vaccination (series of three injections)
4. Varicella/Chicken Pox (series of two injections) OR proof of immunity
(positive titer). History of chicken pox as a child is NOT accepted.
5. Tetanus injection within 10 years.
6. Health Care Provider Form: physical/mental health clearance from
your healthcare provider.
7. Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification. Card must indicate
adult, child/infant, and AED. Online certifications are NOT accepted.
HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
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Arizona DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card – current.
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Current Background Check - for more information, go to:
http://healthcare.maricopa.edu/pdfDocs/Announcement_Background_Check.pdf
(Students offered a seat after applications are accepted will receive specific instructions on
completing this process; admission will be contingent on passing the Background Check.)
PLEASE MAKE COPIES OF ALL YOUR DOCUMENTS. WE WILL
NOT PROVIDE PHOTOCOPIES.
Mandatory Background Check
Requirement
 As of Fall 2011, all MCCCD allied health students must pass a stringent
supplemental background check. This must be completed prior to
externship/ clinical and off-site visits.
http://www.nursing.maricopa.edu/pdfdocs/Announcement_Background_Check.pdf
 However, if you wish to see if you will pass the supplemental background check
you may complete a MCCCD Self-Assessment through the approved vendor,
Certified Background. This is not required, but offered only as a service for
individuals who are not sure if they will pass the MCCCD supplemental
background check once they are placed.
 The Self-Assessment is PRIVATE between you and Certified Background.
MCCCD CANNOT view these results. PLEASE NOTE: Since MCCCD will not
be able to view results, once an individual has been placed in a Ophthalmic
program they will still be required to pay $67.00 and again complete the
MCCCD Supplemental background check.
Optional Self-Assessment
Background Check
If you wish to complete the optional self-assessment:
-Log into https://www.certifiedbackground.com and click on “Students” to the right of the
webpage.
-Enter Package Code MF69bg
-Cost is $67.00 which can be paid by gift card, electronic check, credit card (no American
Express), or money order (additional $10.00 fee for use of money order)
-You will then be directed on how to set up your Certified Background Profile account
If you have questions please call:
Certified Background Student Support 1-888 666 7788 or
[email protected]
PROGRAM COST
*PROGRAM COSTS (as of July 2013)
Hours:
622 (estimated)
Tuition:
$3,110.00
Lab Fees:
$182.00
Book Fees:
$150.00*
TOTAL COST:
$3442.00
OTHER COSTS (Out-of-Pocket)
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Background check/drug screen: $115.00 (cost may vary)*****
CPR (cost may vary)
Actual cost of immunizations (cost may vary)
AZ DPS Level one Fingerprint clearance card $69.00
DOWN PAYMENT
Upon acceptance to the program, students are required to make payment arrangements with the MSC
business office Please contact the Business Office for information. [email protected]
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NOTE: Ophthalmic students pay $5.00 per clock hour. Each certificate program listed in the catalog
provides detailed information on the average time it takes to complete a program, the average tuition cost,
and associated lab and book fees. Tuition rates and/or fees are subject to change without notice. Tuition
increases are applicable to all current and incoming students and effective on the date of the rate change.
Tuition and fees apply from July 2013 through June 2014. A non-refundable Registration Fee of $15 is
collected from all Maricopa Skill Center students.
Book Prices are Subject to change
Background check/ drug screen/ CPR/ immunizations/Level one card are NOT covered by federal aid and
are the responsibility of the student to pay for out of pocket .
FINANCIAL AID
 MSC’s Financial Aid Office assists you with applying for
Federal Aid such as grants and loans.
 ALL FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS should be directed
to the Financial Aid Office at 602.238.4398.
 To be considered for Federal Aid, students must
complete the FAFSA online: www.fafsa.ed.gov
 You need your previous year’s tax return in order to complete the FAFSA.
 MSC’s school code is E00701
 The OA program is eligible for Pell Grant funding.
 APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID EARLY to avoid delays in
enrollment.
 Funding must be in place before students can be enrolled
in classes.
COMPLETING THE PROGRAM
Upon successful completion of our Ophthalmic Assistant
Program, students:
• Receive an Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate
• Are eligible to take the Ophthalmic Assistant Exam*
that is accredited through JCAHPO and AAO.
*After 500 hours of employment (6 mo.), graduates may take the COA
certification exam.
REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS
 Availability of reliable transportation
 Availability of reliable childcare
 If you have a job, you can not work more than 20
hours per week and be successful in the program.
 Please note that this is a daytime only program.
 Classes are held Monday through Thursday 8am to
2:45 pm.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
First, stop and ask yourself if you have the
following:
 Dedication and commitment
 Interest in ocular field
 Ability to have 100% attendance at school
(25 hours per week)
 Support from family & friends
 Good physical and emotional health…
Questions
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