University of Houston College of Optometry For more than 50 years, the University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO) has trained optometrists to provide the highest quality vision and eye care. One of only 17 optometry schools in the United States, UHCO offers a variety of degree programs including: Doctor of Optometry (OD), a combined Doctor of Optometry / Doctor of Philosophy (O.D./Ph.D), Master of Science (M.S.) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
To learn more, please take a moment to look around the website http://www.opt.uh.edu/
School of Optometry and Vision Sciences The School is the only optometric training department in Wales, and one of the largest in the UK. In addition, we have a large number of visiting lecturers who support the clinical supervision of undergraduate students. http://www.cf.ac.uk/optom/
College of Optometry, Northeastern State University Provides education of doctors of optometry who provide quality clinical care and who emphasize a caring and ethical commitment to the welfare of their patients. http://arapaho.nsuok.edu/~optometry/
The Ohio State University College of Optometry For over 90 years, Ohio State University has provided high quality vision care services for patients on campus and in the surrounding community. Student clinicians, and the licensed faculty optometrists who supervise them, use modern instruments and examination procedures to assure accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans for every patient. In addition, many OSU College of Optometry faculty members are recognized experts in the field of optometry and vision science. http://optometry.osu.edu/
Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry - Texas Tech University Certifying doctors specializing in Ophthalmology and information for prospective students.
The Texas Tech University School of Medicine was created by the 61st Texas Legislature in May 1969 as a multi-campus institution with Lubbock as the administrative center and with regional campuses at Amarillo, El Paso and Odessa. In 1979, the charter was expanded to become the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC), leading the way for establishment of the Schools of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. In 1993, the School of Pharmacy was founded in Amarillo but has expanded its program to Dallas, Lubbock and Abilene... (visit site to learn more) http://www.ttuhsc.edu/eye/
Michigan College of Optometry Optometry is among the most rapidly changing professions in the health care system. The explosion of knowledge about vision, combined with a major expansion of optometry's scope of practice, has made this profession especially exciting and demanding. The Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University is at the leading edge of vision care technology and patient care delivery. Among the smallest of the nation's optometry schools (only 36 students per class), Ferris offers virtually personalized instruction by one of the country's finest optometric faculties, as well as, the advantages of a large system of clinics throughout the United States and Canada that assures a thorough exposure to the widest possible range of patient-care experiences. Although the College is small, Ferris State University is large (over 11,000 students) and, therefore, offers all the educational, cultural and social advantages of a major institution of higher learning. http://www.ferris.edu/mco/
SUNY State College of Optometry Resource for professional and graduate education, patient care and vision science research with professional and graduate programs. Located in New York City.
Founded in 1971 in New York City, the SUNY State College of Optometry provides state-of-the-art education in the theory and contemporary practice of optometry. With primary emphasis placed on the excellence of its academic programs and faculty, the College also includes one of the country's largest outpatient eye and vision care facilities, the University Optometric Center. Students receive an unparalleled clinical experience.
In addition to its professional program, the College offers graduate research degrees in Vision Science (MS/PhD) and post-graduate clinical residency programs. With more than 15 scientists involved in interdisciplinary projects, the College has gained an international reputation for excellence in innovative vision science research. http://www.sunyopt.edu/
College of Optometry, Ohio State University Providing optometric education and research. Includes academics, admissions, college overview, continuing education and clinic information. http://www.optometry.ohio-state.edu/
College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions Offers studies in teacher preparation, human services, nursing, medical technology, respiratory therapy, health science, radiologic technology, pre-dental, pre-optometry, pre-chiropractic, pre-physical therapy, and occupational therapy. http://www.hartford.edu/enhp/
http://www.auckland.ac.nz/opt/home.html The Department of Optometry and Vision Science offers a 4-year Bachelor of Optometry programme which leads to registration as an Optometrist in New Zealand. Apart from providing clinical training the BOptom degree also includes advanced courses in Vision Science. http://www.optometry.auckland.ac.nz/
IU School of Optometry: Clinics and Patient Care Information about clinics, patient care, and patient education. Includes on-line appointment request form, emergency contact information, staff biographies with photographs, map, and available services. http://www.opt.indiana.edu/clinics
Pennsylvania College of Optometry State-supported school in Elkins Park, PA, with the mission of educating health care professionals and educators, conducting research, and providing patient care and rehabilitative services.
The mission of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry is to educate health care professionals and educators, conduct research and provide patient care and rehabilitative services that advance the welfare of the public worldwide.
Institutional Goals
It is the objective of the College to foster in students those attributes of intellectual curiosity, integrity, professionalism and caring for people. The College is committed to excellence in the pursuit of all its endeavors and to providing an environment which encourages learning and professional development through an open exchange of ideas.
All segments of the College community join together on a continuing basis to identify the aims of the institution, specifically in terms of the needs of the near future. The following goals represent the fruits of that collective process:
* To provide programs worldwide that will prepare optometry students, optometry residents, optometrists, and related personnel to participate in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular and visual disorders, as well as the diagnosis of related systemic conditions and the enhancement of vision.
* To provide programs that will prepare audiology students and audiologists to fulfill and support an expanding role as hearing health care providers in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of hearing and balance disorders.
* To provide programs that enhance the numbers and quality of professionals who provide services to individuals with visual impairment, and who assume leadership in education and rehabilitation worldwide.
* To recruit, admit, support, retain, graduate, and place a diverse student body, including historically underrepresented groups, with the highest ethical and academic qualities.
* To recruit, retain and continually develop a diverse and culturally competent faculty, administration and staff to assure excellence in the College's programs and services.
* To provide quality clinical services that support the College's education and research programs and are responsive to needs of the communities that we serve.
* To operate a fiscally sound institution through efficient and effective management and investment practices.
* To enhance institutional resources for the advancement of the College's mission.
* To conduct research and other scholarly activities that add to the body of knowledge in basic and applied sciences leading to improved health and educational services.
* To provide and support technology to improve productivity and quality of the College's programs.
* To develop and maintain facilities that are responsive to the College's mission and programs.
* To promote an awareness of the institution's programs and accomplishments and maximize the potential of its graduates and the professions they serve.
* To encourage College, community, professional and public service by the faculty, administration, staff, students and graduates.
* To explore, and if appropriate, obtain university status, subject to approval by the Board of Trustees.
http://www.pco.edu/
University of Waterloo - want to become an optometrist? Welcome to the School of Optometry at the University of Waterloo, Canada.
Our School provides the only English optometric training in Canada. The School delivers an accredited, four year degree program leading to a professional Doctor of Optometry (OD). An extensive clinic program provides practical experience for students and health services for the public. The School also has an impressive program supporting research in Vision Science & Optometry. http://www.optometry.uwaterloo.ca/
