The College of Optometrists is the Professional, Scientific and Examining Body for Optometry in the UK, working for the public benefit.
What's New
-
College in the news
The College has had a very busy month; we've been pushing hard on proactive media outreach and has generated a selection of positive press coverage.
-
Scheme for Registration OSCE results - available here
The results of the Scheme for Registration OSCE January 2012 are now available.
-
Register for OSCE results
The results of the January OSCE will be published online on Friday 3 February 2012.
-
Government prioritises eye health and the fight against preventable sight loss
The optical bodies have commended government for making the first ever national commitment to tackle preventable sight loss.
-
Vital role for optometrists in No Smoking Day campaign
With smokers doubling their chance of some sight problems, optometrists are urged to help spread the word to patients.
-
29
Feb
Eastern Regional Event 2012
Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge
-
18
Mar
Optometry Tomorrow 2012
Brighton
The College's Annual Conference, Exhibition and AGM
-
24
May
Scottish Regional Event 2012
Glasgow Caledonian University
Free regional event for College members
Key Resources
- CPD Online
- Pay College Subscription Fee
- Blogs
- Guidance on Supervision in relation to Glaucoma-related Care by Optometrists
- DOCET
- Clinical Management Guidelines
- Therapeutics/Prescribing
- Council Members for your Region
- Apply to be a Fellow
- All Party Parliamentary Group
- College Membership - read about the benefits
- Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduct
- College Library
- British Optical Association Museum
Members - log in to get Member only guidance, CET opportunites, events and more...
Students - find out about the free member benefits you can get while at University.
Pre-Registration Optometrists - access all the information you require while on the Pre-Registration Scheme
The Public - www.lookafteryoureyes.org - a website which explains common eye health issues and tips on how to keep your eyes healthy.
Researchers - information on all the College research streams.
Journalists - access to the Media Centre.
© Copyright 2012 The College of Optometrists - Registered as a Charity no: 1060431
