Paraoptometrics/Certification
AOA Paraoptometric Membership and Certification FAQs
AOA Paraoptometric Membership and Certification FAQs How do I become a member? The sponsoring OD (or a staff member with the doctor’s permission) can complete the membership form online at: ...
Online Continuing Education (CE) for CPO, CPOA & CPOT
Online Continuing Education (CE) for CPO, CPOA & CPOT (for the year 2026) Online continuing education (CE) is available from a variety of approved providers. ⚠️ Most providers charge fees. Please check directly with each organization for pricing and ...
Online Continuing Education (CE) for CPOCs
Online Continuing Education (CE) for CPOCs (for the year 2026) If you are renewing your CPOC (Certified Paraoptometric Coder) certification, you may complete approved continuing education (CE) courses online. ⚠️ Important: The CPOC is a specialty ...
I am a paraoptometric looking to get certified. How should I get started?
The AOA offers four levels of Paraoptometric certification, Certified Paraoptometric (CPO), Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA) and Certified Paraoptometric Technician (CPOT) and Certified Paraoptometric Coder (CPOC). The first step in ...
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 ...
How can paraoptometric staff join as associate members?
American Optometric Association 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 ...