Contact lenses

A College-accredited higher qualification will equip you for new challenges and responsibilities, and support your continuing professional development and career progression.

In response to requests from our Members, the College has designed a sample contact lens specification form which Members may like to use for their patients.

A glance at what’s happening in the world of technology.

How can optometrists support patients in trying, and continuing to wear, contact lenses?

Sarah is the new President of the British Contact Lens Association (BCLA).

As we head towards Halloween, we are warning against the use of novelty cosmetic contact lenses, unless supplied by an optometrist.

Podcast: The College Clinical Advisers discuss ways to highlight the importance of regular sight tests as part of National Eye Health Week.

Clinical files: How do I improve my conversion rate in clinic as a locum?

ADVERTISEMENT: Find out how Johnson & Johnson are taking care of the planet, while still demanding excellence in vision and comfort from their contact lenses.

ADVERTISEMENT: Kate Stockwell, Head of Marketing – Vision Care at Johnson & Johnson explains the company’s commitment to creating a world where vision is made possible for everyone.

Patients will be paid £25 per session and all travel expenses will be reimbursed.

These are designed to support providers in developing qualifications to meet the GOC’s Education and Training Requirements for therapeutic prescribing contact lens specialisms.