Are you "eyeing" a career in optometry?
Photo by CDC on UnsplashOptometrists can make a huge impact on a person's vision health and care. Knowing the ins and out of this career will help you make the best call.
"Insight" on the qualities and main tasks of an optometrist.
Here are some qualities and main tasks of an optometrist:
Qualities
excellent communication skills
improve people's quality of life
love of science and technology
ability to ease patient's nerves
high level of concentration
performing repetitive tasks
growth mindset
highly organized
Main Tasks
perform and analyze comprehensive eye and vision tests
identify sight problems
prescribe corrective lenses and eyeglasses
advise patients on proper eye care techniques
refer to an ophthalmologist when needed
provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to sight issues
Check out this video from www.careeronestop.org that gives a visual insight into the tasks technology optometrists use on a daily basis.
Quiz
Do optometrist have to counsel patients?
"See" how to become an optometrist.
What steps do you need to take to become an optometrist?
Photo by Dr Josiah Sarpong on UnsplashComplete a 3-4 year bachelor's degree. Ensure to take courses in biology, chemistry, physics, English, and math.
Complete a 4-year Doctor of Optometry program.
Pass the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam.
Get licensed to practice in a state or province
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Check out these websites for more information on how to become an optometrist in the United States and in Canada.
Did you know?
"Show" me the money and career outlook.
Here are some statistics about salary and the future of optometry for the United States and Canada.
Salary range in the United States:
$61,590- $192,390; Median $124,000
Annual projected job openings:
1700
Employment prospects by 2030:
43, 300- 47, 200
Salary range in Canada:
$24,746.00- $167,858.00; Median $86, 115
Annual projected job openings:
1700
Employment prospects by 2030:
43,000
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Examination Time
Crystal
Photo by Christopher Campbell on UnsplashCrystal is near the end of her second year of university. She hasn't declared her major yet but has taken many English, math, and science courses and performed well in all of them.
She's currently volunteering at the local Optimist Club. She finds joy in contributing to the organization and can visualize herself helping youth with vision impairments.
David
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on UnsplashDavid has a passion for eyewear. He holds a bachelor's degree in culinary arts. While in high school, he had an average performance in English, math, and science. He only took the required courses in those subject areas while in university.
He doesn't enjoy being in school or interacting with different people. After being a food critic for two years, he has come to enjoy working alone.
Quiz
Who would you recommend to become an optometrist, Crystal or David?
Take Action
Photo by nrd on UnsplashAre you ready to "see" your way to a career in optometry?
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