The College of Optometrists

During the Academic Year the College holds a series of informative roadshows at all universities offering undergraduate optometry courses. The roadshows ensure students are fully aware of the College, the benefits of being a Member, and the recent changes and developments regarding the New Scheme for Registration. They also provide a great networking opportunity enabling College Members and staff to meet students and gain feedback from them, and enabling students to get to know the College better. 

 

A series of Fresher Roadshows will inform 1^st year undergraduate students about the College’s function within the profession; how the organisation fits in with the various other optical bodies; what benefits and services are available; and the relationship they will have with the College whilst at university, during the Pre-Registration Period, and after qualifying.

A Senior Council Member will give a formal presentation and an informal Q&A session and refreshments will follow. All 1^st year students will receive complimentary Fresher Packs containing various products, discounts and freebies including useful pieces of kit such as pen torches, budgie sticks and facial rules.

 

The next programme of Fresher Roadshows will take place in Sept/October 2006.

 

The College has organised Pre-Registration Roadshows for a number of years in order to inform 2^nd year optometry students about the Pre-Registration Period and how they should best prepare for it. It is also a good opportunity for students to ask any questions they may have.