The College is a GOC-approved provider of the Scheme for Registration of UK trained optometrists. The Scheme, which is open to Optometry graduates who have obtained a degree at 2:2 or above, provides trainees with the opportunity to consolidate and develop their clinical skills under the supervision of an experienced optometrist during the Pre Registration Period (PRP).
The scheme is based on the continuous assessment of trainees in their workplace, carried out by independent, College-appointed Assessors who visit trainees quarterly to assess their competence and discuss any areas that require further attention. Once the Assessor is satisfied that the trainee has evidenced all of the competencies required, the trainee may enter a 2 day Final Assessment in examination conditions.