Higher qualification affixes and certificates
Successful candidates can use the appropriate affix to show they have enhanced skills and knowledge.
Successful candidates can use the appropriate affix to show they have enhanced skills and knowledge.
Candidates who have successfully completed a higher qualification are entitled to use the relevant affix in recognition of their specialist skills and their commitment to professional development and high standards:
Contact Lens Practice
Glaucoma
Low Vision
Medical Retina
Paediatric Eye Care
Higher qualification certificates are issued and mailed out by the College, once we have verified the results sent by your provider. We will also liaise with the GOC to ensure that your records are updated.
Ceritifcates are free of charge for College members. Successful candidates who are not College members can order a certificate by emailing chareen.rae@college-optometrists.org. There is a fee of £30, which can be paid over the phone.
Members achieving the Professional Higher Certificate and Professional Diploma will be invited to attend the College’s annual Diploma Ceremony (held in November each year).
Find out more about joining the College.
Lost or damaged certificates can be replaced for a fee of £10. Email chareen.rae@college-optometrists.org to place an order.