About us
The Standard Chartered-LVPEI Academy for Eye Care Education is an LVPEI center of excellence dedicated to advancing eye care education around the world. The Academy offers training programs in leadership, best practices, research, and support, in ophthalmology, optometry, and allied eye health services.
Our objective is to invest in human resource development, with a focus on nurturing eye care professionals. Our training programs emphasize equity, inclusivity, and diversity. Our success is built on the pillars of talent, technology, tenderness, and ‘treasure’.
The Standard Chartered- LVPEI Academy for Eye Care Education Campuses
Mark Nathaniel Thadikonda and Vijayamma Center for Eye Care Education
Pathak Center for Eye Care Education
Pathak Center for Eye Care Education
Kode Venkatadri Chowdary Campus
Brien Holden Institute of Optometry and Vision Sciences
Ramachandra Pararajasegaram Community Eye Health Education Centre
We are a National Resource Centre
Establishing a replicable model for comprehensive eye care education in India and around the world. Our training network provides a wide range of educational opportunities, including over 50 on-site training programs, 30 continuing medical education programs, and regular continuing professional development initiatives annually. Global collaborations further enrich the learning experience through webinars, special lectures, and conferences, promoting knowledge exchange and innovation.
- Ophthalmology: Advanced training is offered through sub-specialty ophthalmology fellowships, and short-term skill development courses for practitioners and trainees apart from observerships and clinical rotations
- Optometry: The Academy provides an undergraduate program, fellowships, internships, a Diploma in Ophthalmic Techniques, a Post Graduate Diploma, and short-term skill development courses.
- Allied Health Professionals: Training programs are available for Ophthalmic Nurse Assistants, Vision Technicians, Rehabilitation Assistants, Operating Room Technicians, Biomedical and Equipment Maintenance Technicians, and Technical Assistants for Digital Education.
- Community Eye Health and Administration: Masters’, Diploma, and Certification programs are offered in community eye health and administration.
- Specialized Areas: Training is also provided in Low Vision & Rehabilitation and Eye Banking.
- Support Staff: Training programs cater to patient care and other support staff.
- Other Advance Courses: MTech program in Ophthalmic Engineering
* In collaboration with leading institutions.
The Academy’s focus is on providing needs-based training and generating and disseminating new knowledge in eye care. Its comprehensive approach ensures a well-rounded education for all cadres of eye care professionals.



Courses that we offer
LVPEI offers some of the most sought-after courses in ophthalmic optometric and eye care education. Our courses are high-quality, and offered by some of the best experts in the sector.