This new training programme has been designed to develop knowledge and skill in fundus biomicroscopy assessment using relevant diagnostic lenses.
The programme will support learners to expand their clinical role in a variety of sub-specialist Ophthalmic settings. It will build on existing knowledge and skills, with a particular focus on basic fundoscopy skills to aid the learner to support the diagnosis of ophthalmic patients.
The Fundoscopy training programme is a a 6-month programme comprising:
The study days will include theory about the anatomy and physiology of the fundus, slit lamp bio microscopy assessment, common fundoscopy findings (retina, macular and disc) and further investigative techniques. There will also be a practical clinical skills workshop on both days.
The Fundoscopy training programme is for Ophthalmic Healthcare Professionals including Ophthalmic nurses, Orthoptists and other allied professionals working in secondary care in an enhanced role.
A certificate of completion will be awarded on successful completion of the final assessment.
The initial study days for the first cohort to join this programme will take place on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 November 2024.
A further cohort will commence with their initial study days on Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 July 2025.
There are 10 places available in each cohort.
To apply for this programme you must:
Before booking your place, please email to confirm that you meet these crtiteria.
This course is an NHS Prevent & Protect Training Initiative approved course.
Funded by Roche Products Limited, The NHS Prevent & Protect Training Initiative enables NHS Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) working within an NHS England Trust to attend UK-based medical retina training courses typically chargeable to your NHS Trust or the individual. These courses support the development of practical skills to enable/maintain the delivery of medical retina services. The fundoscopy training programme is one of the courses eligible for this funding.
If you are a nurse or AHP working within an an NHS England Trust (including Moorfields staff) you can apply for the funding, which will cover the course attendance fee and also an amount towards necessary travel and accommodation (conditions apply)
Please read the instructions below carefully to understand what to do next:
Date | Location | Time | Seats | Price | |
19 and 20 November 2024 | In person - 15 Ebenezer Street, London N1 7NH | 3 | £1,500.00 | ||
2 and 3 July 2025 | In person - 15 Ebenezer Street, London N1 7NH | 7 | £1,500.00 |