As we approach one year on from the first lockdown in the UK, OT  is looking back at how the student and pre-registration experience has changed, and what could be next

Director of CV Writers, Neville Rose, on what to include in your all-important cover letter

Michelle Hiseman, Career Counsellor at CV Writers, looks at how best to prepare for and answer frequently asked questions.

Newly-qualified optometrist, Amisha Pabari, on being influenced by her father’s insight

It is hoped the new leaflet will reinforce the advice practitioners offer parents

The pilot service will run for six months in order to provide confidence and tools to newly-qualified optometrists

Newly-qualified optometrist, Hannah Jones, and director of Wales Optometry Postgraduate Education, Dr Nik Sheen, discuss Health Education and Improvement Wales’ new support and mentoring service

Newly-qualified optometrist, Yovanee Marian (pictured), tells OT  about transitioning from pre-reg

Newly-qualified optometrist and AOP Councillor, Josie Evans, discusses the realities of everyday practice and her future goals

The AOP Awards 2019 Newly-qualified Optometrist of the Year, Joseph Ong (pictured), on approaching the pre-reg year with an open mind and the invaluable clinical experience gained during his placements