- Paraoptometric Certification Exams
- CPC Approved Continuing Education
- Finding and Reporting Continuing Education
- EyeLearn: Professional Development Hub
- Paraoptometrics & Staff Membership
- Paraoptometric Volunteer Opportunities
- Paraoptometric Awards
- Paraoptometric Newsletters
- Paraoptometric Recruitment and Retention
Free Paraoptometric Staff Membership Signup Form
Get access to AOA-exclusive staff training and career development tools. All staff of AOA member doctors can join as AOA associate members for free.
Enrolling paraoptometric staff as AOA associate members
This membership is available as part of the doctor of optometry's AOA membership benefits, at no cost to the paraoptometric and no added membership cost to the member doctor.
Paraoptometric staff membership enrollment form
AOA Member ODs or their staff may use the form to activate staff memberships.
Benefits Available to Paraoptometric Associate Members
This AOA-member benefit means free access to programs and services that offer education and staff training, significant discounts on education materials for purchase, discounts on registration fees for Optometry's Meeting®, and information communicated through AOA email and publications.
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Volunteer opportunities
The Commission on Paraoptometric Certification is seeking doctors of optometry and certified paraoptometric staff who are interested in volunteering with various committees and workgroups. Learn new skills—and earn CE—by participating. Find more details on volunteering opportunities, complete the volunteer interest form or email CPC@aoa.org for more information.
September is Paraoptometric Appreciation Month
Paraoptometric Appreciation Month is an opportunity to recognize paraoptometrics for the value they contribute to the success of an optometric practice. It is the only formal observance in the nation specifically intended to honor optometric practice staff. Recognition of paraoptometry as a profession hinges on the strength of paraoptometric members and support of doctors of optometry and other health care providers. Paraoptometric Appreciation Month is observed annually during the month of September. Doctors are encouraged to be creative in planning their recognition of staff. Thank you for supporting and valuing your staff.
Paraoptometric Awards
The Paraoptometric Awards recognize optometric staff members for “outstanding and worthwhile contributions to both the profession and local community.” The awards include Paraoptometric of the Year, Paraoptometric Community Service Award and the Paraoptometric Lifetime Achievement Award.
How to renew paraoptometric associate membership
After the initial enrollment, paraoptometric membership will automatically renew each year, as long as the sponsoring doctor is an AOA member.
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