Optometry Optometrists, or Doctor of Optometry, are independent primary health care providers who specialize in the examination, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures, as well as the diagnosis of related systemic conditions. Doctors of Optometry provide vision care by prescription ophthalmic lenses, contact lenses, other optical aids and vision therapy, when indicated. Doctor of Optometry receives four years of specialized professional education and clinical training at an accredited school of optometry, after completion of their undergraduate prerequisites. Admission RequirementsThe minimum entrance requirement for optometry school is three years of college . The majority of today's optometry students have a bachelor's degree or higher. Student applicants are required to complete the optometry Admission Test (OAT) as a prerequisite to admission. Applicants seeking admission to an optometry program should contact those schools they are interested in attending for information on specific prerequisites and admission requirements. Course Requirements
Some optometry schools also require Anatomy or Physiology (P261-262) and Biochemistry (C483) whereas some others recommend these courses highly. WebsitesAmerican Optometric Association Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry |
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