Career development

OT  heard from a number of students about the work experiences they have secured despite the pressures of the pandemic, as well as their views on the future

OT  asked employers, careers advisors, AOP experts, and students for their advice on what makes the ideal pre-reg applicant, tips for interviewing, and how to stave off stress when applying

One year after the first report investigating the impact of the pandemic on optometry students and pre-regs, OT  looks back at how students have adapted to the challenges, and how employers are supporting the next generation of the profession

Amna Wajid, pre-reg dispensing optician and student optometrist, on her interest in research and turning her thesis into an article

A partnership between the university and the optical group will see optometry students gain clinical experience at a full scope eye clinic

Pre-reg optometrist, Elly Adams, shares her journey in optometry so far, and how growing up with chronic anterior uveitis has given her the ability to put herself in her patients’ position

Sarah Hollyhead, AOP student representative and third year student at the University of Plymouth, tells OT  how optometry jumped out to her as a career

University of Manchester lecturer, Amit Jinabhai, on giving back to the city that trained him and winning awards for his inclusive teaching methods

Ishvinder Bahra, Aston university graduate and pre-reg optometrist, on a winning presentation, and the experiences that have supported her progression in optometry

The University of Plymouth’s Dr Leanne Smewing, clinical lead for optometry, and recent graduate Kelly Swoish, discuss how the university Centre for Eyecare Excellence has adapted following the pandemic