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How to become a eye doctor after completing B.Sc optometry


guesclin 22nd Jul, 2019
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Ramsha_1482736792 Student Expert 22nd Jul, 2019
Hello aspirant,
Steps to Become an Optometrist

Go to college.
Get a bachelors degree, ideally with a pre-med or biological sciences emphasis.
For some schools, you may only need three years of post-secondary education with courses in biology or zoology, chemistry, physics, math and English.

Pass the first test.
Before you can apply to an optometry program, you must pass the Optometry Admission Test (OAT). This computerized exam tests applicants in science, reading comprehension, physics and quantitative reasoning. Submit your OAT scores with your college application.

Pursue your doctoral degree.
Once accepted to a four-year Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) program, your coursework will include anatomy, physiology, optics, visual science and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases/disorders.

Pass a second test.
When you have your O.D., you must pass all sections of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam. Some states require that you pass an additional clinical exam or an exam on law.

Get licensed.
Obtain a license to practice in whatever state youll be employed in. Check to see if that state requires an additional clinical exam

All the best.
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22nd Jul, 2019
by completing b.sc optometry and above steps how can i become an eye surgeon
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