Our members are often asked to present on eye healthcare and the work of optometrists to various community groups, schools and colleges. We have a number of resources that you can use when presenting to audiences of all ages.
We've developed a PowerPoint presentation, with accompanying notes, to save you time and effort in your preparations. It's regularly updated - in line with changes within the sector and feedback from our members. You can use as few or as many slides as you like, change the order and add your own - quickly and easily.
Members can download the presentation below:
If you'd like something a bit more 'hands on' why not borrow one of our deconstructible plastic model eyes? The models measure:
Members can borrow them, free of charge. To request a loan, please contact Neil Handley on 020 7766 4353 or email neil.handley@college-optometrists.org.
Visit our careers pages for handy information, with case studies, on career pathways in optometry.
We have produced a careers guide which you can download and share. Members can also order printed copies by emailing poppy.stledger@college-optometrists.org.
The following websites may be useful teaching resources for your presentations:
Optical illusions - Optical illusions worksheet to download.
Sight and light: discovery education lesson plans - Instructions for an activity and lecture about how the eye works.
Eye diagram - Diagram of the eye with blank labels to fill in.
Note: The College is not responsible for the content of these websites.
