Certification Name : Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting
Certification ID & Type: 1029 – A – Core
Certification Description
JCAHPO’s three core levels of certification offer a progressive career ladder for ophthalmic medical personnel who seek growth in their profession. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) is the Entry Level certification. Each level of core certification has prerequisite eligibility requirements and an examination process. OMP may progress from one level of certification to the next. Formal training or work experience and examination can also serve as an entry point to certification at any level of the core levels.
Certifying Organization
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology(JCAHPO)(0189)
2025 Woodlane Drive, St. Paul, MN 551252995
Contact information : 6517312944 Or 8882843937 Email : jcahpo@jcahpo.org
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Certification Details
More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes
More than two years of work experience required? Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
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Certification/ Career/ Job Keywords
Ophthalmic