Refractive Technician Course: Admission Policy
Admission to the VISX® System Operator Certification Course is restricted to VISX Technology customers.
Who Should Attend?
Ophthalmologists and ophthalmic medical assistants and technicians who will be assisting with laser vision correction using one or more of the VISX STAR® Excimer Laser Systems.
When Should Personnel Attend A Certification Course?
Following the purchase of a new laser for your practice, and whenever new personnel are hired to assist in LVC surgery.
New Laser Purchase
A few days after your laser installation and delivery dates are confirmed, a representative of the VISX Technology Training department will contact you to arrange your system operator training date. One of the VISX Technology trainers will train a maximum of four staff members as soon as possible following the delivery and installation of the laser system.
New Staff Certification
Newly hired operators and technicians are required to obtain Operator Certification from AMO.
Where Are Certification Classes Held?
Operator Certification training can be delivered at your site or at AMO facilities in Santa Clara, California. Call the VISX Technology Training department at 877-AMO-4-LIFE (877-266-4543), to discuss which option is best for your practice.
This is the current VISX Technology site training schedule. Additional dates may be added if justified by demand.
Certification Course Schedule
How Much Does Certification Cost?
VISX Technology in-house certification is $500 per attendee, and does not include travel, lodging, or meals.
Pricing for on-site training depends upon the terms of your sales contract. VISX Technology in-house certification is often less expensive for the customer, even when some travel is involved.
How Do I Register?
Call 877-AMO-4-LIFE (877-266-4543), for class availability. When you are ready to register, fill out the registration form and e-mail it to education@visx.com, fax it to 408-773-1399, or send it via postal mail to: AMO Milpitas (formerly AMO Santa Clara), 510 Cottonwood Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035.