The ACO Certificate in Ocular Therapeutics is designed to ensure the development of appropriate knowledge, skills and competencies to ensure graduates meet contemporary standards of therapeutic practice and are equipped with the skills to adapt to changes in the scope of therapeutic practice. The course will cover general principles and the therapeutic management of a range of ocular diseases.
Accredited by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand (OCANZ) and approved by the Optometry Board of Australia (OBA), successful completion of this course will enable scheduled medicines endorsement for registered optometrists.
The course offers a flexible learning environment, ideal for rural or remote optometrists and those balancing work and other commitments.
– Applications closed –
This course will return in 2024. Be the first to know when applications open by registering your interest via the ‘2024 Course Brochure’ button below.
Commencement
17 April 2023
Duration
12 – 15 months
CPD Points
Australia: 103T (58i) (1st Year: 53T/8i, 2nd Year: 50T/50i)
CPD Points
New Zealand: 40CD (2022 points)
2023 point allocation pending
Features
- Accreditation by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand
- Live, interactive webinars with expert presenters
- Online forums and networking opportunities
- Local clinical placements within Australia or New Zealand
- NEW lectures on culturally safe practice and the social determinants of health
Applications
To apply, complete the fillable form attached to the 2023 course brochure and email it to acocot@aco.org.au. Alternatively, post your form to ACO Education, Australian College of Optometry, 374 Cardigan St, Carlton, VIC 3053.
Entry requirements
Candidates must be an optometry graduate and registered as an optometrist in Australia or New Zealand. Course enquiries from overseas applicants or optometrists with limited registration are welcome and should be directed to acocot@aco.org.au.
Further information
2023 Fees |
Australia (Inc GST) Early bird (Before 15 Dec 2022) |
Australia (Inc GST) |
New Zealand (ex GST) Early bird (Before 15 Dec 2022) |
New Zealand (ex GST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACO Member | $10,337 | $10,702 | $9,392 | $9,730 |
| Non Member | $10,924 | $11,234 | $9,921 | $10,213 |
