Paraoptometric Conference Highlights

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Education:

The Paraoptometric Section is pleased to provide another spectacular array of courses for assistants/technicians, opticians, and office personnel. Specific courses have been submitted to the Commission on Paraoptometric Certification (CPC), the American Board of Opticianry (ABO), and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) for consideration of approved continuing education credit. All courses are approved by the AOA CPC for continuing education credit and are acceptable for certification renewal requirements. "ABO/ NCLE pending" means the course is still in the review process. It must state "ABO/ NCLE approved" for confirmed CE credits. Please refer to the on-site directory to verify actual credit approved for each course.

New to the Paraoptometric Program This Year:

Crafting Eyewear Solutions: Essential Refractive Dilemmas sponsored by Essilor on Wednesday, course P001.
Patient Compliance: A Team Approach sponsored by Alcon on Thursday, course P111.

A course ticket is required for admittance to each course, including free lectures. An official AOA name badge must be worn and attendance will be monitored. Course evaluations for all courses will be distributed prior to the class; you are encouraged to complete and turn in at the end of the course. The Paraoptometric Education Program is sponsored by grants from:

Events

All paroptometric events listed below are free; however, registration is required.

Thursday, June 25

7:00am - 8:00am
Paraoptometric Roundtable Discussion Breakfast

This roundtable breakfast will address your questions on relevant topics to certification and certificate program candidates including certification vs. certificate, paraoptometric membership, education materials, state paraoptometric section issues, practical examination, computer-based testing, written examination topics, ideas on mentoring, and general certification questions. Facilitators will open the discussion and encourage participants to draw on their own experience, lessons learned, and general knowledge sharing. This non-continuing education credit function is open only to AOA Paraoptometric Section members and nonmember paraoptometric, optician, office personnel. Pre-registration is required. Register for function 0130.

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Paraoptometric of the Year Awards Luncheon

AOA Paraoptometric Section members, non-members, optometrists, and special guests are encouraged to attend this honored event and luncheon. Join your colleagues to witness the Paraoptometric Section bestow its most prestigious award, the Paraoptometric of the Year Award, to a special member. Other awards will be presented as well. Register for function 0140.

Friday, June 26

6:30am - 8:00 am
Paraoptometric Section Annual Business Meeting and Elections Breakfast

This event is a continuation of the Annual Business Meeting in conjunction with the election of the 2009-2010 Paraoptometric Section Council. Paraoptometrics can join their colleagues and enjoy a hot breakfast. This event is available for Paraoptometric Section members and non-member paraoptometrics. Members should arrive early to check in and receive their ballot. Only members in good standing will be able to cast ballots. Register for function 0200.

7:00pm - 10:00pm
Paraoptometric Section Annual Reception

Paraoptometric attendees will want to join their friends and colleagues at this annual event. Enjoy great food and drinks as you dance the night away. This is a casual event, so put on your dancing shoes and join the fun! Attendance prizes will be awarded. Register for function 0270.