Woo George C
School of Optometry, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Clin Exp Optom. 2005 Nov;88(6):420-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1444-0938.2005.tb05110.x.
The development of optometric education and the establishment of formal tertiary educational programs in the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan are described. The various types of degree and diploma programs from medical and technological universities are differentiated. The definition of optometry, as it is understood by the regulatory bodies and the populace, is discussed. There is more diversity in optometric programs within and across Greater China than among some nations. However, due to cultural and linguistic similarities, interactions and interchanges among institutions/associations at regular intervals are of immense value in harmonizing the differences in educational programs and professional practices. Exchange programs, conferences and seminars further enhance the educational standards by exchanging technical knowledge and good clinical practices.
本文描述了中国大陆、香港和台湾地区验光教育的发展以及正规高等教育项目的设立情况。区分了医学和技术类大学的各类学位和文凭项目。探讨了监管机构和民众所理解的验光定义。大中华地区内部和之间的验光项目比一些国家的项目更多样化。然而，由于文化和语言的相似性，机构/协会定期进行互动和交流对于协调教育项目和专业实践的差异具有巨大价值。交流项目、会议和研讨会通过交流技术知识和良好的临床实践进一步提高了教育标准。
