Career development

After facing two challenging years, optometrists in training might be carrying a variety of emotions. OT  looks at AOP support and tips for resilience

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

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

Pre-reg optometrist, Zaman Sachedina, discusses how the enjoyment of interacting with patients led him to a career in optometry

First year optometry student at the University of the West of England (UWE) and AOP student rep, Khambreal Garland, speaks to OT  about wanting to improve eye care in his hometown