Optometry

     All States and the District of Columbia require that optometrists be licensed, which requires a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school and passing both a written and a clinical State board examination. Licenses are renewed every one to three years and in all states, continuing education credits are needed for renewal. The Doctor of Optometry degree requires a four-year program proceeded by at least 3 years of study before they even start.

My decision to pursue a degree in optometry started from an unlikely source within the field of healthcare. I originally aspired to become a pharmacist and had extensive experience as a pharmacy technician throughout high school and the start of college. As I progressed I became more unsure of the profession, and did not feel as though as if I was making a difference. Patient interaction was minimal and I felt that having a more personable connection would make for a better healthcare professional

Thinking into the future, as a Doctor of Optometry I expect that my knowledge and skills regarding the field of Optometry are exemplary and that I can treat my patients with confidence and assurance in my abilities. Upon completion of the Doctor of Optometry program I would like to pursue a residency in ocular disease and primary care. I believe that pursuing a residency, will enrich and add to my knowledge gained during my four year doctorate program. I will be able to practice with more specialized

Whilst researching potential courses that would best suit me I discovered that optometry was of great interest. Shadowing an optician further increased my interest in optometry as I observed that an optician meets different people every day which makes every working day different for them. Studying A level Biology and Chemistry has taught me the scientific knowledge required to study optometry. Handling harmful chemicals and measuring precise amounts of those chemicals has improved my accuracy skills

significant difference on me as an individual. My interest and growing passion for optometry started when I met an optometrist through community service. I was always looking to improve my knowledge in vision and wanted to challenge myself to learn something new. My ambition is to attend a four-year college after graduation where l will focus on a biology major, and then go to medical school where I will concentrate on optometry. When I worked to expand my interest in this field, I met a occupational therapist

Participation in the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) will help me achieve my goal of attaining a career in Optometry by giving me the benefits of building confidence and knowledge. It would help me gain additional skills and techniques in the field of Optometry. In summary, participating in this program will provide me with hands on experience, understand the day to day responsibilities of an Optometrist and prepare me for a career in the field. Being an Optometrist is a

Optometry is a fascinating, ever changing and evolving field. My objective is to become a successful pediatric optometrist serving hispanic minorities. I have had numerous opportunities to work with distinguished optometrists. This has prepared me for the demands and intensity of an optometric career. I have the skill set to succeed in any optometry school program. I have perfected time management and teamwork skills through multiple leadership roles. This includes, Vice-President of The Future

Why Optometry? It’s the question that has been asked ever since I gained in interest for this profession and it is still being asked to this day. I want to become an optometrist simply because I love what this profession has to offer. My desire to pursue optometry stems from my passion to help others and putting others before myself, and becoming an optometrist would allow me to continue to do so while improving the quality of life. After working at an optometry office, volunteering at a clinic,

reputation of their profession. Optometrist also uphold a Code of Conduct that allows them to “maintain a high level of professional competence and conduct” (Optometry Board of Australia). This Code explores optometrist behaviour in relation to ensuring patient health, care, safety and behaving in a professional and ethical manner. The Optometry Board of Australia’s registration standards are the requirements that one must meet to register as a Health Practitioner in accordance with National Law. For

Optometry is the perfect fit that blends my professional goals, my interests in science, and healthcare with individual strengths of compassion, relational service, and leadership. It is affirming when passion meets purpose, and for me, the optometry profession is just that. My passion in life is to serve others and to improve their health and well-being, while my purpose is to reach my full potential as a medical provider. My inspiration to pursue a career in optometry arises from a combination