Did you know…One in Twenty preschoolers have vision problems that can affect learning ability, personality, social skills and self-esteem in school. They need your help to see clearly.
What is Children’s Vision Screening?
Children’s vision screening is a systematic approach to identify and refer children with potential vision problems and/or eye diseases to an eye care professional or primary care provider for further examination, diagnosis, and, if necessary, treatment and follow-up.
Why vision screening training?
Prevention is an important part of good healthcare. Organizations, service groups, and clubs around the country take Children Vision Screening training so they can better serve their communities.
Why Children's Vision Screening matters: a parent's letter
The 4-hour training provides:
• Instruction on how to perform stereopsis and distance visual acuity screening;
• Instruction on how to recognize signs and symptoms associated with vision problems;
• Detailed information on childhood eye diseases and disorders;
• Information on how to select and use materials to create an appropriate screening environment;
• Vision Screening Manual published by Texas Department of State Health Services;
• Children’s Screener Basic Participant Guide published by Prevent Blindness America.
Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be nationally certified by Prevent Blindness America and state certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services to provide vision screenings for three years.
San Antonio Branch:
Thursday, March 6, 2008
10:00 am to 2:00 pm (With Prior Reservation)
Prevent Blindness Texas-San Antonio Office
2929 Mossrock, Suite 203
San Antonio, Texas 78230
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Friday, April 4, 2008
10:00 am to 2:00 pm (With Prior Reservation)
Prevent Blindness Texas-San Antonio Office
2929 Mossrock, Suite 203
San Antonio, Texas 78230
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Tuesday, May 6, 2008
10:00 am to 2:00 pm (With Prior Reservation)
Prevent Blindness Texas-San Antonio Office
2929 Mossrock, Suite 203
San Antonio, Texas 78230
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
10:00 am to 2:00 pm (With Prior Reservation)
Prevent Blindness Texas-San Antonio Office
2929 Mossrock, Suite 203
San Antonio, Texas 78230
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*If you wish to attend the Children Vision Screening Training program in the San Antonio area, please contact Kirsten Broadwater at (210)340-1007 or via email at pbtsaprograms@sbcglobal.net.
Please note that there is a $10 registration fee for the training program.
This training is appropriate for any level of health care professional in your office.
Since space is limited, you must register for a class if you plan to attend. If you should need to cancel or reschedule, please call the appropriate branch office as soon as possible.
Specific directions to each training can be accessed via www.mapquest.com.
For any other questions, please contact Monica Saenz at the State Office at (713)526-2559, Ext. 106, or via email msaenz@preventblindnesstexas.org.
Note: If you have a large group that would like a separate training, please contact the appropriate branch office in your area or Monica Saenz at the State Office at (713)526-2559, Ext. 106, or via email at msaenz@preventblindnesstexas.org.
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