AOA Micro-credentials

AOA offers micro-credentials as an avenue to optometric professionals to gain an extensive amount of targeted knowledge in particular practice areas as a way to enhance the overall care provided to their patients. These AOA approved micro-credential programs are developed by respected AOA doctors of optometry and certified paraoptometrics. Through a micro-credential program, an in-depth course of study will be offered with the expectation that all required assessments would be passed successfully to demonstrate the proficiency necessary to earn the micro-credential.

Surgical Microcredential

AOA Paraoptometric Micro-credential: Optometric Surgical Assisting

The AOA paraoptometric surgical assistant micro-credential program equips paraoptometrics with specialized skills and knowledge. It covers a range of topics to provide paraoptometrics with a solid foundation in surgical assisting along with a hands on workshop. Access the flyers to learn more.

AOA Surgical Assisting Mirco-credential Overview

Optometric Surgical Assisting for the Paraoptometric Technician - Workshop

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