CIP Code 51.1804 - Orthoptics/Orthoptist

CIP 2020 · 6-digit program · National Center for Education Statistics

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CIP 2020 6-digit program. Official National Center for Education Statistics classification.

Key facts for CIP 51.1804

Code
51.1804
Level
6-digit program, CIP 2020
Official title
Orthoptics/Orthoptist
STEM
No
IPEDS
Valid for completions reporting

Definition

National Center for Education Statistics, CIP 2020.

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of ophthalmologists, to analyze, evaluate, and treat specific disorders of vision, eye movement, and eye alignment in children and adults. Includes instruction in eye anatomy, neuroanatomy, physiology, pharmacology, ophthalmic optics, diagnostic testing and measurement, orthoptic treatment therapy, systemic ocular diseases and disorders, principles of surgery, examination techniques, patient education, child psychology and development, learning disabilities, medical writing, and record-keeping.

Where CIP 51.1804 sits in the hierarchy

2-digit series 51 Health Professions and Related Programs 4-digit series Direct parent 51.18 Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions
6-digit program Current 51.1804 Orthoptics/Orthoptist

Related programs in 51.18

4 official

Other 6-digit programs in this 4-digit series.

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Using CIP 51.1804

What is CIP Code 51.1804?

CIP Code 51.1804 is the CIP 2020 6-digit program Orthoptics/Orthoptist.

Is CIP Code 51.1804 a STEM-designated program?

No. CIP Code 51.1804 is not on the DHS STEM designated degree program list used on this site.

Sources for CIP 51.1804

  • Official classification source National Center for Education Statistics. Classification of Instructional Programs, CIP 2020. NCES CIP 2020
  • Occupation crosswalk NCES and BLS CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk.

Published by SICCODE.com. The title, definition, examples, and cross-references are the NCES CIP 2020 text. STEM marks use the DHS STEM designated degree program list, archived July 12, 2023.