< Paraoptometric Section
Education Services
Continuing education is one of the most important benefits a Paraoptometric Section member can take part in. CE is not only important to paraoptometrics of all certification levels, but is also important to new staff or non-certified staff. Most CE is designed to keep optometric staff abreast of the latest developments in patient care, new products in industry, general knowledge of eye health and career advancement. The Section provides many opportunities to obtain CE for members and non-members alike.
Typcially, continuing education provided by the AOA Paraoptometric Section is only approved for the AOA certification program; however, many courses provided during Optometry's Meeting™ are submitted to the American Board of Opticianry, National Contact Lens Examiners, or Joint Commission for Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology for CE credentialing. To find out which courses have been approved by these agencies for Optometry's Meeting™ in Seattle, visit www.optometrysmeeting.org for a full list of course descriptions and class schedules, as well as registration information. Early-bird registration ends April 1, 2008. To take advantage of early-bird discounts, register today!
Self-Study Products for Paraoptometrics
Self-Study Course for Paraoptometric Certification - 3rd Edition | 
Self-Study Course
Item Number: PS1
Self-Assessment Exam
Item Number: PS2 | The AOA Paraoptometric Section's Self Study Course for Paraoptometric Certification, 3rd Edition, and corresponding self-assessment examination offers a unique and convenient opportunity to earn continuing education credit while preparing for the certification. This course helps prepare the certified paraoptometric to sit for the certified assistant (CPOA) or certified technician (CPOT) exam.
The self-assessment exam includes 350 multiple choice questions on information covered in the Self Study Course textbook, and may be completed in a convenient timeframe. After completion, you can mail the self-assessment examination to the Paraoptometric Section office in St. Louis for grading. If you answer 249 questions correctly, you will receive 12 hours of continuing education credit and a certificate of achievement. Once a paraoptometric is certified at any level, he or she must obtain 18 hours of approved CE credit to maintain certification designation. They are a great resource for training or studying. | | Paraoptometric Section Member Price | $90.00 | | Non-Member Price | $140.00 | | Self Assessment Exam | $60.00 | | Non-Member Price | $85.00 | | * Prices include shipping & handling. |
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| Paraoptometric Education Modules | 
Educational Modules - ABCs of Optical Dispensing
Item Number: PS3 NEW! - Practice Management 101
Item Number: PS6 - Anatomy and Physiology
Item Number: PS7 - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Item Number: PS8 - Special Procedures
Item Number: PS9 - Soft Contact Lens Wear & Care
Item number: PS10
|  If you are interested in receiving continuing education credit of if you would like to expand your knowledge about a specific topic, then the AOA Paraoptometric Section has the resources for you. The modules have been designed in an easy-to-use automated, audio Power Point format, perfect for at-home study. The modules would also be great for educational offerings during staff meetings in the practice. Staff can participate in the lecture portion of the course and then download the CE exam for individual use.
Education Module Library
Item Number: PS5
Get all 6 modules for one low price! | | Paraoptometric Section Member Price | $40.00 each | | Non-Member Price | $55.00 each | Education Module Library (6 Modules)
$200.00 for Members
$300.00 for Non-Members | | * Prices include shipping & handling. |
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| CPO Study Guide | 
CPO Study Course
Item Number: PS4 | As the first step a Paraoptometric uses to prepare for the entry level paraoptometric certification, this CD covers many of the topics on the CPO certification exam. This CD is also great as a training tool for new paraoptometric staff. Topics include practice management, anatomy of the eye, eye exams, refractive status, ophthalmic prescription, ophthalmic lenses, ophthalmic dispensing, contact lenses, common eye disorders, surgery, and basic pharmacology. | | Paraoptometric Section Member Price | $40.00 | | Non-Member Price | $55.00 | | * Prices include shipping & handling. |
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