ACO Continuing Professional Development – Online CPD Webinars
Up to 18 CPD Points (T)
In 2013 the ACO is offering a series of free one hour, web based seminars (a Webinar) for members. A presenter will discuss the topic, using a powerpoint presentation and a webcam. Participants will be able to access the presentation, through the internet and either have audio through their computer or telephone (free call). A key feature of a Webinar is its interactive elements, where participants can type in questions to the presenter for consideration at the end of the seminar.
ACO Webinar Series 2013
All dates and times for 2013 are to be confirmed - members will receive an invitation via email to register for each webinar.
| Date | Time | Topic | Presenter |
| Tues 5 March | 8.00pm |
The Differential Diagnosis of Corneal Disease - Signs and Symptoms (T) |
Assoc Prof Jonathan Jackson |
| Mon 13 May | 8.30pm | Diseases You Could Easily Miss (T) | Dr Ehud Zamir |
| Wed 26 June | 8.00pm | Solution-induced corneal staining: a clinical conundrum (T) | Dr Maria Markoulli |
| Thu 25 July | 6.30pm | Thyroid Eye Disease (T) | Dr Alan McNab |
| Tue 17 Sept | 6.30pm | Stroke Induced Visual Disorders (T) | Mr Stephen Leslie |
| Mon 18 Nov | 6.30pm | Paediatric Eye Disease (T) | Dr Elaine Wong |
(T) Therapeutic Education points applicable
All worth 2 CPD points for viewing live and an additional 1 CPD point for completing the assessment.
To participate in a webinar, you require:
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A computer and keyboard with stable internet connection
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Computer speakers or access to a telephone (freecall)
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The latest version of Flash (version 9 or above) installed on your computer. To install flash click here
There will also be an optional online multiple choice assessment of Webinars which will ensure optometrists have gained an understanding of the subject matter.
The ACO records all it's Webinars for future access (subject to presenter permission).
Registration:
ACO Members will be invited to attend the webinars via email. Non member rate is $66 per webinar.
Further Enquiries: please contact the Professional Development Division Tel: 03 9349 7477 or Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
