Английская Википедия:Association of Optometrists

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The Association of Optometrists (AOP) is the leading representative membership organisation for optometrists in the United Kingdom.

It supports over 82% of practising optometrists (members) to fulfil their professional roles to protect the nation’s eye health.

Activities and services

The Association provides a range of professional services and products to its members, including:

  • Indemnity insurance
  • Legal representation and advice
  • Continuing education and training (CET)
  • Annual conferences, events and webinars
  • News, online and print, under the brand title Optometry Today
  • Political lobbying

History

The organisation traces its history back to 1946.[1] when the Institute of Ophthalmic Opticians (formed in 1904)[2] and the Joint Council of Qualified Opticians (founded in 1923),[2] were incorporated into The Association of Optical Practitioners.[3][4]

In 1986, the organisation renamed to the Association of Optometrists.[5] The organisation retains use of the 'AOP' acronym.

In 2017 the organisation reported it had grown to "17,000+ members", "representing 80% of UK optometrists".[6]

Publishing

The organisation publishes a professional journal, Optometry Today.

See also

References

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External links

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