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Careers in eyecare, For Employers, T Levels, Work, Work experience 25 January 20231 February 2023 Kaye McIntosh

Get to grips with T levels

T levels are two-year courses for 16 to 19 year olds in England, broadly equivalent to three A levels. Health, science and healthcare science T levels were launched in September 2021, while qualifications in other subjects are still coming on stream. They were developed with employers, schools and colleges. Health representatives involved in the panels that worked on the health and science courses included optometrists as well as nurses and hospital staff. Placements An alternative to A levels and apprenticeships,…

A levels, Apprenticeships, Careers in eyecare, Education, For Employers, Students, Study 22 December 20229 January 2023 Kaye McIntosh

Giving a careers talk

Inspiring teenagers is a rewarding aspect of the profession. It can be thought-provoking and encouraging, making you reflect on your working life. So how should you prepare if you are approached by a local school? Or if you are inspired to reach out? The basics First, agree the format. Is this face to face or online? A formal talk with slides followed by a Q&A, or an informal fireside chat led by student questions, with no prepared presentation? What technology…

Careers in eyecare, Day in the life, Dispensing optician, Work 20 December 202220 December 2022 Kaye McIntosh

A day in the life of… domiciliary optician Sai

Sai visits patients in their homes, working as his own boss but with the support of a company in a joint venture partnership. What do you start with every day? I like to start my day sorting out my packed lunch, ensuring I have plenty of water as it can be thirsty work chatting to patients all day! I also do some general housekeeping like making sure my testing equipment is prepped and checking my patient list, which is organised…

Careers in eyecare, Contact lens optician, Dispensing optician, For students, Work 6 December 20226 December 2022 Kaye McIntosh

New avenues for contact lens opticians

Claudio Tarantino is a trailblazer for dispensing and contact lens opticians who want to expand their clinical practice. He has achieved accreditation under the contact lens optician Wales Optometry Postgraduate Education Centre (WOPEC) Minor Eye Conditions (MECS) scheme. It means Claudio can do more to support his patients and the NHS. Primary eye care practitioners triage, manage, and prioritise patients presenting with a minor eye condition. Claudio Tarantino of Specsavers Stratford-upon-Avon has taken an extra qualification to manage patients with minor…

Careers in eyecare, Day in the life, Dispensing optician 26 November 20221 December 2022 Kaye McIntosh

A day in the life of… eyewear stylist Dan Scott

Dan Scott is The Eyewear Stylist, helping people find bespoke frames that reflect their individual stories. He is a qualified dispensing optician and a trained personal stylist. What do you start with every day? I love my coffee, so if I'm in my studio in Media City, Salford, I'll pick up a drink from one of the coffee shops. But when you are freelance every day is different, so I might be up at 5.30am for a 6.30am networking meeting.…

Apprenticeships, Awards, bursaries and scholarships, Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, Education, Optical assistant, Optometrist, Orthoptist, Students, Study 24 November 202224 November 2022 Kaye McIntosh

Bag a bursary

The Spectacle Makers’ Charity has opened its bursary application scheme for the current academic year to help students on apprenticeships, degree and diploma courses. These must be in optometry, dispensing, orthoptics or allied eye care subjects. Ophthalmic nurses and clinical technicians are also eligible. People can apply for financial support if they are on a recognised course at Level 4 or above which is designed to lead directly to a career in eye health. This includes: apprenticeships in ophthalmic clinical support…

Careers in eyecare 20 October 202220 October 2022 Kaye McIntosh

The parents’ guide to careers in eyecare

If you think working in eye health is purely about sight tests, think again. There are lots of careers on offer. Does your teen want to carry on studying or start earning straight away? Do they enjoy talking to people or love technology? Enjoy fashion or want to run their own business? An optical career could be the answer. For school leavers Optical assistant This role helps people choose frames and lenses, working under supervision. It is a good option…

Careers in eyecare, Day in the life 13 October 202213 October 2022 Kaye McIntosh

A day in the life of… disability consultant Daniel

Daniel tells us about his role in improving accessibility I’m Daniel Williams, founding director of Visualise Training and Consultancy Ltd, where our mission is to improve accessibility, inclusion and equality. I established the business in 2014 to share my personal and professional experiences and expertise with companies and organisations. I want to help them provide excellent service for customers and employees with disabilities as well as meet their legal obligations under The Equality Act 2010. I have an eye condition…

Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, Optometrist 23 September 20226 June 2022 Antonia Chitty

Event: Find out about running an optical practice

Becoming a dispensing optician or optometrist gives you a range of options for your career. Some people may enjoy the clinical side of the role, while others may like to focus on management and retail. If you would like to have control over all aspects of the business, have you thought about running your own optical practice? You can discover more about running a practice at the ABDO Become an Independent Optician twilight session. This event is free of charge…

Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, For students, Looking for work, Ophthalmologist, Optical assistant, Optical practice manager, Optical sales rep, Optometrist, Students, Work 12 July 20226 June 2022 Antonia Chitty

Event: have you thought about running your own business?

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