2026 AAVC Unit 2 – Vision Therapy for Visual Dysfunctions – 3 days

2026 Accreditation in Advanced Vision Care (AAVC) Unit 2 - Vision Therapy for Visual Dysfunctions

Date: 20/03/2026 (AEST)

Venue: Harmony Vision Care, Corner of Christine Avenue & Bermuda Street, Varsity Lakes, QLD, 4227

Provider: ACBO

Contact: Jacqui Webb-Pullman, [E] info@acbo.org.au, [P] 03 9614 3400

Activity Outline

Introducing the Vision Therapy for Visual Dysfunctions Course, a groundbreaking program designed to transform the way you approach vision care. This course provides the knowledge and practical tools necessary to seamlessly implement Vision Therapy (VT) into your practice, allowing you to offer life-changing solutions to your patients.

Why This Course is a Must for Your Practice

Immediate Implementation: Gain the expertise and resources to integrate VT into your clinic right away.

Beyond Basic Eye Exams: Understand vision, both testing and treatment from a behavioral perspective

Comprehensive Framework: Learn to manage and treat conditions such as Accommodative and Convergence Dysfunction, Oculomotor Disorders and Binocular Vision Dysfunctions.

Incorporating Neuroscience & Practical Training: Explore the latest research in visual processing, movement integration, and therapeutic interventions.

Hands-On Learning: Participate in interactive workshops, procedural demonstrations, and case studies for real-world application.

Turnkey Resources for Success: Get access to treatment outlines, procedural guides, patient handouts, equipment recommendations, and training materials to ensure smooth implementation.

Learning Objectives

• Describe key principles underlying vision therapy, including how environmental experiences shape visual skills. They should be able to apply a phased therapy approach and analyse patient performance to adapt activities for long-term functional improvement.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how peripheral vision and body-neck integration support therapy. They should be able to implement techniques and assess outcomes to adjust procedures for optimal therapy effects.
• Describe neurological mechanisms of binocular dysfunction and explain awareness-building methods. They should be able to implement these safely, instruct patients clearly, and adapt techniques based on individual performance.
• Explain binocular dysfunctions and apply clinic-based vision therapy strategies. They should be able to implement activities with clear instructions and safety measures, and adapt therapy for effective patient outcomes.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how building accommodation and vergence skills enhances therapy. They should be able to apply appropriate procedures and safety measures, and evaluate performance to optimise individual outcomes.
• Explain binocular dysfunctions and how rhythm and timing techniques support skill development. They should be able to implement procedures safely and clearly, assess clinical responses, and adapt activities for effective therapy delivery.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how stereo vision and spatial organisation techniques strengthen therapy outcomes. They should be able to apply correct procedures and evaluate performance for customised treatment progression.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and how asymmetric task demands influence binocular organisation. They should be able to guide activities with clear instruction and safety, and adjust therapy based on clinical feedback and individual needs.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how integrating central and peripheral vision supports automaticity. They should be able to implement procedures safely and clearly, and evaluate outcomes to tailor therapy effectively.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how processing stereo volume supports vision therapy. They should be able to apply correct procedures, instruct patients appropriately, and adapt methods based on clinical indicators.
• Describe binocular dysfunctions and explain how flexibility and automaticity in accommodation and vergence enhance therapy. They should be able to guide activities safely, assess outcomes, and adjust techniques for individualised care.

Max CPD hours awarded: 16.5

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