A workforce vision for the UK

Our aims are to ensure that optometrists' skills are constantly developed to meet new models of eye care and improve patient outcomes.

A workforce vision: One year on

We launched our workforce vision for the UK in August 2022, here’s what we have achieved since.

Eye care workforce supply and demand

The College of Optometrists is leading a sector-wide and UK-wide, multi-professional eye care workforce supply and demand data modelling project.

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The College welcomes seven new Life Fellows, two new Honorary Fellows and a Fellow by Portfolio

The College awarded new Fellowships at the annual Diploma Ceremonies in Westminster in November 2024

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The College presents 2024 Research Excellence Awards to leading optometry researchers

The College of Optometrists presented the annual Research Excellence Awards to 2024’s winners at its prestigious annual Diploma and Awards Ceremony on 12 November, held at Central Hall in Westminster, London.

Advancing optometry Research

College welcomes over 500 new optometrists to the profession at the 2024 Diploma Ceremony in London

The College held two Diploma Ceremonies at Central Hall, Westminster on Tuesday 12 November.

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Anuj Patel: strategies for success

Anuj Patel MCOptom discusses prevention of infectious diseases, patient pathways and the importance of communication.

Advancing optometry Public health

Speaking up for members at Party Conference

Coinciding with National Eye Health Week this year, Party Conference season is an opportunity to raise the profile of eye health with MPs and ministers.

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All eyes on Westminster

Olivier Denève, College Head of Policy & Public Affairs, heralds a new era in UK politics and calls for action to end the eye care crisis.

Advancing optometry Policy