Nova Southeastern University

Florida Programs

• Broward County Optometric Association
• Dade County Optometric Association
• Northeast Florida Optometric Society
• Palm Beach County Optometric Association
• Hillsborough Society of Optometrists

   

Out-of-State Programs

• American Optometric Association
• American Academy of Optometry
• College of Optometrists in Vision Development
• Optometric Extension Program
• SECO International

Florida Doctors Only: On-Line Course are not accepted for continuing education credit for license renewal.

On-Line Courses

Doctors,

Below you will find a list of COPE approved courses.  While we don’t report results to your respective states we do report results monthly to COPE.  Each lecture is presented by an NSU faculty.  Due to internal restrictions NSU has for grading, Dr. Melanie Crandall is shown within the registration process as the course instructor.  You will only need to register as a NSU student one time and once completed, you can proceed to select courses that meet your needs.  Upon completion of the course and exam you will be given the opportunity to print a certificate.

RETURNING USERS 2013

Returning users can use their NUS ID and WebStar credentials to log into courses.

FIRST TIME USERS

1. Select register after making your course selection.
2. Add a course to your schedule builder by placing your cursor over the course.  Two icons will display.  Select the + icon and the course is added to the Schedule Builder.  It will then prompt you to select a start date.  Today’s date or any future date will work for this field.
3. Two buttons will display on the bottom of your screen.  Select “register” to continue.
4. Select “New Student” “Create New Account” and you will be prompted to input your name, address, etc.  Please note only those items with an asterisk are required.  Your social security number is not a required field.
5. Upon completing this screen you will see a window that says welcome.  This window gives you your Login ID and Password.  Write this information done for future reference and proceed to check-out and payment information.

Upon completion of payment of your course you must execute the following steps to complete your student registration process (retrieval of your Shark ID which allows you to log into the Blackboard online learning system).   This will only need to be done once and not every time that you select a course.  You will then be able to take your course(s).

1. Your credentials will need to be confirmed prior to logging into your first course.  Click on this link “Retrieve Your SharkLink ID”
2. Select option #2 to input your N# and your date of birth (N# was received prior to completing payment for the course)
3. Once you’ve accepted NSU policies your identity is confirmed and you are ready to access your course(s).
4. In a new web browser enter the URL “mako.nova.edu” which takes you to Blackboard where you will be prompted  to input your Sharklink credentials."
5. Upon successfully logging in you will be brought to the main “My Institution tab which has the “MY Course Block”.   Select the course title which is the link that takes you directly into the course.

If you experience any system problems, please contact our office at oceaa@nova.edu or (954) 262-4224.

P.S. The HELP desk is available 24/7 to assist students on how to retrieve their credentials as well as how to navigate Blackboard if needed at (954) 262-4357.

Course Information	FEE	COPE	NCLE	REGISTER
Clinical Nutrition and the Eye: Nutrition's Role in Inflammation and Obesity-Related Illnesses Author: Kim Reed, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	28426-SD	N/A	Register Expires: 08/01/13
Course Description: The role of nutrition in age-related macular degeneration has been recognized for many years, but only recently has awareness of the connection between nutrition and many other ocular diseases has been heightened. The goal of this course is to present current information regarding the role of nutrition as it relates to the eye care professions. Particular emphasis will be placed on inflammation’s role in various diseases, including obesity and associated ocular conditions.
Removing the Mystery from Herpes Author: Joseph Sowka, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	28597-PD	N/A	Register Expires: 08/01/13
Course Description: Herpes simplex is a ubiquitous virus that has many ocular manifestations. Some aspects are truly infectious while others are immune and inflammatory in nature. Proper differentiation with subsequent appropriate use of either antiviral medications, anti-inflammatory medication, or both is the corner stones of proper management. The goal of this course is to familiarize practitioners with the numerous facets of herpetic eye disease.
Forever Young: Contact Lens Fitting for the Baby Boom Generation Author: Heidi Wagner, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	28427-CL	03/22/16	Register Expires: 08/01/13
Course Description: This course reviews clinical applications of presbyopic contact lens fitting, with emphasis on aspheric lens applications. Clinical problem-solving will be illustrated in a grand rounds format. Pertinent patient communication issues are imbedded within the curriculum.
A Spectacle of Spectacles: Prescribing for Infants and Young Children Author: Greg Fecho, OD / Yin Tea, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	28428-FV	N/A	Register Expires: 08/01/13
Course Description: This course reviews expected refractive errors from infancy to pre-school age.  Untreated conditions that can result in amblyopia are discussed and treatment guidelines are presented. Evidence-based care will be emphasized with discussion of the most recent research findings.
Deep Thoughts on Ocular Surface Disease Author: Alan Kabat, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	28429-AS	N/A	Register Expires: 08/01/13
Course Description: This online course discusses dry eye disease and the various pathological implications it carries for the ocular surface. The latest theories, research, and therapeutic strategies for combating ocular surface disease are presented.
Hematological Disorders and the EYE Author: Sherrol Reynolds, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	34070-SD	N/A	Register Expires: 03/15/15
Course Description: Hematological disorders encompass a wide spectrum of conditions that can present with ocular involvement. In most patients, the ocular changes may be the initial indication of underlying disease. This presentation will use various cases to discuss findings of anemia, sickle cell, lymphoma and leukemia as well as the latest management and treatment options.
Introduction to Oral Medications in Optometry Author: Kim Reed, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	34069-PH	N/A	Register Expires: 03/15/15
Course Description: Prescribing oral medications requires additional knowledge and awareness of the risks and contraindications for these medications, as compared to topical therapeutic drugs. This course will present the basic pharmacological principles of oral prescribing, using the most commonly used antimicrobials and analgesics as the framework to discuss drug selection, dosing considerations, risks, and contraindications.
Low Vision Aids with High Tech Devices: Managing the Baby Boomer Generation Author: Xiao (Shawn) Yu, OD CE Credits: 1	$20	34067-LV	N/A	Register Expires: 03/15/15
Course Description: This course is designed to give Low Vision and Primary Care Practitioners modern and high tech management modalities for aging yet tech savvy low vision population. Detailed cases and devices will be discussed to emphasize the best possible way for treatment and management.