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Can the AOA help me with a concern about my eyes?
The American Optometric Association (AOA) is a membership organization and does not see patients directly nor provide medical advice. We would advise that you consult with your doctor regarding this issue. Please refer to our website to find a doctor ...How can paraoptometric staff join as associate members?
AOA member doctors can visit AOA.org and under the “Member Center” tab select “MyAOA”. Once logged in, the doctor can click "Staff Membership" to add staff to their accounts. After a staff member is added, it usually takes them 30 minutes to be added ...How can I join the AOA?
To join the American Optometric Association, visit this webpage and select the category which best identifies you: https://www.aoa.org/member-center/join-the-aoa/membership-categories Need help? Send us a live chat or text! Access the chat feature in ...How can I schedule a comprehensive eye examination at a location near me?
To schedule a comprehensive eye examination with an AOA member doctor of optometry nearest you, use our Find a Doctor tool.How do I obtain paraoptometric certification (CPO, CPOA, CPOT, CPOC)?
The purpose of the CPO, CPOA, CPOT and CPOC examinations is to assure a level of knowledge to perform the functions necessary to each certified designation. Each program requires successful completion of an examination prepared and administered by ...
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How can an international doctor of optometry practice in the United States?
As passage of the NBEO is required for licensure, any foreign optometrist who wants to practice in the US needs to pass NBEO to become licensed. You can’t just sign up for NBEO exams on your own – you need to be sponsored. For students in US schools ...How do you receive CE credit at Optometry's Meeting®?
Participants are required to be in a course 50 minutes for every one hour of education for credit. If you are more than 10 minutes late for a one-hour course or 20 minutes late for a two-hour course, you will not be allowed to enter the room. ...How is Optometry’s Meeting® CE attendance verified?
Attendees must have their badges scanned upon arrival outside of each course room. If an attendee fails to scan their badge prior to entry, their credit will not be accepted. NOTE: The AOA will report your credit to COPE and CE Broker so long as the ...How do I download the Optometry’s Meeting® mobile app?
The mobile app gives you access to an agenda or schedule of events, an interactive Eye Care Square exhibit hall floorplan, the ability to track and find CE, and add select events—such as workshops—on-site. More information about the mobile app will ...How do I register for Optometry’s Meeting®?
Visit https://www.optometrysmeeting.org/ and click the “Registration” button. When registering, please be sure to use the primary email address currently associated with your account. If you need to make any changes to your account, please log on to ...