Optical organisations
The latest news from leading optical organisations across the sector
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While a number of previously raised concerns have been addressed in the new requirements, the AOP committed to monitoring developments, sharing that “This does not mean our concerns about the ESR have all been resolved”
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It is anticipated that most education providers would work towards admitting students to approved qualifications that meet the new standards from the 2023/24 or 2024/25 academic year
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The changes will be applicable to the next undergraduate academic cohort, and to this year’s incoming Scheme for Registration trainees
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The College of Optometrists confirmed last week that remote Stage One assessments for pre-registration optometrists could begin from Monday 27 July.
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Universities have suspended face-to-face teaching, whilst the College of Optometrists is stopping assessment activity on the Scheme for Registration
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A gender split that sees more women train and qualify as optometrists continues, according to the latest Scheme for Registration report
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Respondents welcome flexibility and emphasis on practical experience in draft standards, while raising concerns about consistency
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Pre-reg optometrist, Angeline Ting, explains how her mentor guided her through the Johnson & Johnson Institute Success Through Education Programme
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OT explores how universities have developed their course offering by responding to changes in the profession and how they are preparing students for future practise
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University of Manchester academics share their views on the GOC's latest ESR consultation findings