JCAHPO/ATPO Pocket Guide
This quick-reference guide will give ophthalmic assistants access to information on:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Clinical Skills
• Coding
• Contact Lenses
• History Taking/Triage/Documentation
• Pharmacology
• Safety and Infection Control
• Special Tests and Procedures
• Surgical
• Terminology
• Optics
• Reference and Tools

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant Career Advancement Tool (JCAT)
Introducing the latest learning resource for entry-level ophthalmic medical personnel (OMP): The JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant Career Advancement Tool (JCAT). We have packaged this tool as a convenient way for eager, career-minded personnel to become familiar with the responsibilities of an ophthalmic assistant as well as become eligible to take the COA level examination. The package includes “The Ophthalmic Assistant”, 8th Ed. by Stein, Stein, and Freeman, one of the profession’s leading educational references. The JCAT also includes 175 quiz items that test comprehension, and a study plan that outlines the text's most important content and provides study hints for assistant level education.

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The Ophthalmic Assistant: A Text for Allied and Associated Ophthalmic Personnel
Provides ophthalmic assistants with comprehensive information on all aspects of ophthalmology; 871 pages and heavily illustrated.

Recommended for COA, COT, and COMT Exam. Click here to view/download the order form and prices.

Contact Lens Fitting Certificate of Completion
This independent study will help individuals meet the challenges of a career as a contact lens technician, and/or meet eligibility requirements for a JCAHPO-recognized Certificate of Completion. This package includes Contact Lens Fitting Case Logs & Final Examination for Contact Lens Fitting Certificate of Completion, Pre-requisite Check-off Form, & The CLAO Pocket Guide to Contact Lens Fitting.

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ATPO Certification Review Flashcards
The Association of Technical Personnel in Ophthalmology (ATPO) offers these resources to assist candidates in preparing for certification exams. Flashcards are available for the COA, COT, COMT, Surgical Assisting, and ROUB exams. Prices vary for the different levels. ATPO members receive discounted prices! Click here to view/download the order form and prices.

CLAO Home Study Course for Contact Lens Technicians
This course, developed by the Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists (CLAO), provides basic-to-intermediate-level training in contact lens fitting. Earn up to 10 JCAHPO Group A credits (1 per module). JCAHPO certificants, ATPO members, and CLAO members can purchase the course for only $199.95 ($100 savings from the $299.95 non-member/non-certified price). Click here to view/download the order form.

AAOE/JCAHPO Ophthalmic Coding Specialist Certificate of Completion

The American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives (AAOE) and the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology, Inc.^® (JCAHPO^®) have partnered to develop the Ophthalmic Coding Specialist examination. The Certificate of Completion and 4 JCAHPO Group A credits will be awarded to those who have attained a passing score on this examination covering 18 aspects of ophthalmic coding. AAO and AAOE members and their staff, as well as JCAHPO certificants are eligible to take the exam. Visit ACTIONED to purchase and complete this exam online or call (800) 284-3937 for more information.

Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course

published by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

Textbook: The fully illustrated core textbook describes 44 procedures step-by-step and covers all topics in both the United States and International curricula. It includes new chapters on ocular motility, low vision, ethics, legal and regulatory issues, and community health eye care. Each chapter includes self-assessment questions, and suggested activities and resources.

Examination: The exam consists of 228 multiple-choice questions that are aligned with the content of the textbook. The new online format provides immediate feedback on the test taker’s performance.

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JCAHPO Refinements
Only $10 per credit!
The Refinements are print-based modules. Each module in the series includes a quiz and is approved for 1 JCAHPO Group A credit. Read the module, and complete and submit the quiz. Click here to view/download the Refinements order form and module topics or visit www.actioned.org to purhcase and complete modules online.

2011 National Salary Survey & Benefits Report for OMP
The 2011 Association of Technical Personnel in Ophthalmology, Inc. (ATPO) Salary and Benefits Report is now available. It is available through the purchase of an ATPO membership. Visit www.atpo.org and join your professional organization today!

JCAHPO Study Guides
Study guides are designed to help candidates prepare for certification exams at the COA, COT, and COMT levels. Study guides include: descriptions of the exams, screen captures, sample exam questions, study tips from certified professionals, tips on the best way for you to prepare, and more! The guides are $15.00 for the COA and COT, and $18.00 for the COMT. Click here to view/download the order form.

Audio/Video Lectures
Selected lectures from previous meetings were audio and/or video-taped and are available on a CD-ROM that contains a handout and a quiz. To earn CE credits, simply watch or listen to a lecture on your own time and submit the quiz. Over 40 JCAHPO Group A credits are available. CD lecture packets range from $10-$20. Visit www.actioned.org or click here to view/download the order form.

JCAHPO Learning Systems 1-6
A sophisticated interactive CD-ROM that uses cutting-edge animation, simulation, and video to teach basic skills in six key areas (Keratometry, Lensometry, Ocular Motility, Retinoscopy/Refinement, Tonometry, & Visual Fields) vital to most ophthalmology practices. Get all six modules for $300.00 (with no complimentary credits) or $350.00 (with 12 complimentary credits upon completion of the Learning Assessments). Earn 1 JCAHPO Group A credit per module (up to six credits) for $10 per credit. Click here to try before you buy! Click here to view/download the order form and system requirements.

JCAHPO/CLAO Contact Lens Learning Systems Series 1 & 2
A highly interactive, state-of-the-art CD-ROM focusing on contact lens basics. Series 1 contains Contact Lens Basics (2 JCAHPO Group A credits) and Soft Contact Lenses (3 JCAHPO Group A credits). Series 2 contains RGP (3 JCAHPO Group A credits), Advanced Fitting Part I (3 JCAHPO Group A credits), and Advanced Fitting Part II (4 JCAHPO Group A credits). Sold separately for $195 to CLAO and ATPO members and JCAHPO certificants. Buy them together for the low price of $295! Click here to view/download the order form, system requirements, and non-member pricing.

Allied Health On-the-Job Training Toolkit
This Kit provides everything an office needs to easily and thoroughly train new allied health personnel for only $495. Click here to view/download the order form. The kit contains:

• Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course Text and Exam
  
• Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Medical Assisting DVD
  
• Introducing Ophthalmology: A Primer for Office Staff
  
• JCAHPO Learning Systems^® 1-6 CD ROM (no complimentary CE vouchers)
  
• Ophthalmic Medical Personnel On-the-Job Trainer's Guide and Curriculum

actioned.org
The ACTIONED Web site offers courses at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, with new courses added regularly. ACTIONED courses feature current topics and state-of-the-art technology such as:

• Interactive simulation
• Downloadable audio
• Audio/video
• Downloadable text
• Web-based seminars

Most ACTIONED courses include a quiz or assessment as the final component of an activity. Upon completion of the quiz, you will receive feedback on your results and have an opportunity to print a continuing education credit certificate for your records. Visit actioned.org today