Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Associate of Applied Science / 60 Credits
Army
68Y Eye Specialist
Same degree. Less time.
Our specialists have analyzed Army Eye Specialist training and compared it to the requirements for Ophthalmic Medical Technician at Alexandria Technical & Community College, aiming to award you as much credit for your experience as possible. This means you get more college credit in less time, with no surprises.
More College Credit
For Your Military Experience
You Get
19
Credits
for your Military Occupation*
You Need
41
Credits
to Graduate*
The Ophthalmic Medical Technician program provides education and training that will prepare students for entry into the field of ophthalmic technology. Graduates of the Ophthalmic Medical Technician Program assist patients with their visual needs and play a critical role in the detection, and medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases. The Ophthalmic Medical Technician program is a 60-credit online and hybrid program with clinical rotations near the student’s home location. In four semesters, students will obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree and will be prepared to enter the work force as a valuable member of the eye care team.
This GMLN Military Bridge Program is offered to members of the United States military who have completed training at the Medical Education and Training Campus (METC) in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. It is a transfer agreement between METC and Alexandria Tech
If you have a different military occupation or aren't sure what options are available, contact us to discuss your military training and education.
About the Program
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Associate of Applied Science / 60 Credits
The GMLN degree plan will show you exactly what courses you will get credit for, and what you need to graduate, based on your military training.
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Alexandria Technical & Community College
1601 Jefferson St, Alexandria, MN, 56308
*Upon verification of eligibility, active military or veterans will be granted up to 19 credits for their military coursework and training. Some credits may require completion of a course exam with a score of at least 70%, see Degree Plan for details. Credit determinations were made using current curriculum course dates. For questions, please contact Alexandria Technical & Community College or Request Info for review of your training. To earn a degree from one of our Minnesota State colleges or universities, a minimum number of credits must be taken through the institution, typically 30 credits for bachelor's degrees, 15 credits for associate degrees, and 1/3 of the total credits for diplomas and certificates. Some programs may vary. Additional college credit may be granted for other military courses with a Joint Service Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Transcript, courses from other colleges/universities upon review of an official transcript, and ACE Military Guide recommendations.