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IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Examination
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COT IJCAHPO Ophthalmic Certifications License: Complete Roadmap
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Phase 1: Ocular Anatomy, Terminology, and Patient CareYou are here
Learn eye anatomy, ophthalmic terminology, patient history taking, documentation, and ophthalmic pharmacology basics.
Phase 2: Visual Assessment and Refractometry
Master visual acuity testing, pupil evaluation, color vision, autorefraction, retinoscopy, lensometry, and keratometry.
Phase 3: Diagnostic Testing and Imaging
Study tonometry, visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, pachymetry, biometry, and slit lamp techniques.
Phase 4: Surgical Assisting and Comprehensive Review
Review sterile technique, cataract surgery assisting, IOL calculations, motility testing, and complete all practice questions.
Can You Take the COT Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Current COA certification in good standing
- •Application and exam fee of $250
- •Must test at a Prometric test center
- •Recertification every 3 years with 18 Group A CE credits
COT Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
10–14 weeks for focused self-study
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Candidates who fail may retake the exam after a waiting period. Retake fees apply. Contact IJCAHPO for current retake policy details.
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100 Practice Questions
COT-style questions covering visual assessment, diagnostics, refractometry, surgical assisting, and patient care.
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What You'll Study
8 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Introduction, Ocular Anatomy & Terminology
2 sections
History Taking & Documentation
2 sections
Visual Assessment
4 sections
Refractometry & Lensometry
4 sections
Ocular Motility & Binocular Vision
3 sections
Diagnostic Testing & Imaging
5 sections
Ophthalmic Patient Care & Pharmacology
4 sections
Surgical Assisting
3 sections
COT Exam Details
IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Examination
Administered by International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) content outline
Patient history, chief complaint, ocular and medical history, documentation standards, and HIPAA compliance.
Visual acuity testing (distance and near), color vision, contrast sensitivity, pupil testing, and visual field screening.
Autorefraction, retinoscopy, manual refraction assistance, lensometer operation, keratometry, and spectacle verification.
Extraocular muscle assessment, cover test, NPC testing, strabismus measurement, and binocular function tests.
Tonometry, pachymetry, visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, A-scan biometry, and slit lamp biomicroscopy.
Topical medications, dilation, patient education, infection control, ocular anatomy, and emergency procedures.
Cataract surgery preparation, sterile technique, instrument identification, IOL calculations, and postoperative care.
What's Included
8 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
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What's Next After the COT?
After passing the COT, you can pursue these career paths
COMT
Advance to Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist for advanced imaging and electrophysiology skills.
OSC
Pursue Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting certification for specialized OR roles.
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