"I have been very grateful for all the information I have been able to access through the college, whether it was as a pre-reg, to a supervisor completing my additional qualifications, to now where I'm preparing to become an assessor."
Rejoin the College and gain the pathways, guidance, and clinical support you need to progress with confidence.
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Under £28/month (Direct Debit) or £332/year. Tax-deductible.
While you've been away, we launched the UK Eye Care Data Hub to ensure optometry workforce planning is based on reliable data, not guesswork. We're also campaigning for mandatory sight tests for drivers, triggering government investigations, and leading the profession's response to AI and new technology.
College membership means you're part of a professional body actively working to expand opportunities and protect the future of optometry.
Take your next step with us. Here's how to expand what you do.
Whether you're considering Independent Prescribing, specialist qualifications, or taking on supervision and assessment responsibilities, College membership gives you structured pathways and expert support.
What you get access to:
Under £28/month (Direct Debit) or £332/year. Tax-deductible.
Career progression isn't just about qualifications. It's about having the confidence to manage complex cases, make sound clinical judgements, and know when to seek expert advice.
You're never navigating difficult cases alone.
"I have been very grateful for all the information I have been able to access through the college, whether it was as a pre-reg, to a supervisor completing my additional qualifications, to now where I'm preparing to become an assessor."
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If you're considering your next professional step, this is where you'll meet people already working in hospital optometry, specialist areas, clinical leadership, and IP.
With an annual College membership costing £332 or under £28 a month (Direct Debit), attending Optometry Tomorrow essentially covers your membership for the year, and you gain year-round access to all the benefits stated above.
The tax-deductible investment that shapes your career.
Under £28/month, or £332/year Tax-deductible.
Contact our Membership team at membership@college-optometrists.org