CPD Ref: C-115661
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This second part of a two-part course continues to explore the management of refractive error and binocular vision concerns in children, highlighting the importance of timely intervention and the optometrist’s role in practice. Through two expert-led case discussions focused on anisometropia, amblyopia and myopia, it builds confidence in deciding when to prescribe, monitor or refer paediatric patients.
Topics: History and symptoms, Cover test, Stereopsis, Emmetropisation, Cycloplegic refraction, Binocular vision, Communication skills, Anisometropia, Amblyopia, Myopia, Pre-myopia, Myopia management, Dynamic retinoscopy, Axial length measurement, Auto refractor, Young Eye series.
CPD Ref: C-115460
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This first part of a two-part course explores the management of refractive error and binocular vision concerns in children, highlighting the importance of timely intervention and the optometrist’s role in practice. Through two expert-led case discussions focused on hyperopia, it builds confidence in deciding when to prescribe, monitor or refer paediatric patients.
Topics: History and symptoms, Cover test, Stereopsis, Emmetropisation, Cycloplegic refraction, Binocular vision, Communication skills, Hypermetropia, Esotropia, Dynamic retinoscopy, Young Eye series.
CPD Ref: C-115673
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice
Adult patients presenting with double vision can be challenging to manage, with causes ranging from benign conditions to serious pathology requiring urgent referral. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty and ophthalmologist and squint surgeon Nadeem Ali discuss how optometrists can assess diplopia, identify benign causes, use prisms appropriately, and recognise when and how to refer patients for further management, including adult squint surgery.
Topics: Diplopia, Double vision, Binocular vision, Prism, Referrals, Squint surgery, Communication.
CPD Ref: C-115428
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Professionalism
In this episode, Michelle Hanratty speaks with consultant ophthalmologist Dr David Lockington about reducing cataract surgery risk through effective referral and community management. The programme also explores dropless cataract surgery, with ophthalmic surgeon Dr Magdalena Edington outlining its benefits and key postoperative guidance for optometrists.
Topics: Cataract surgery, Referrals, Cataract complications, Intraocular lenses, Patient care pathways, Communication.
CPD Ref: C-115348
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the fifth part of Docet’s new series on headaches. Part five includes two units: the first unit uses four patient case studies to help optometrists practise investigating and managing headaches. The second unit summarises the Headache Series, with expert insights and an opportunity for reflection.
Topics: Referral, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Refractive error, Binocular vision, Papilloedema, Glaucoma, Uveitis, Scleritis, Red flags.
CPD Ref: C-115264
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the fourth part of Docet’s new series on headaches. Part four takes a deeper look at the various types of headaches, exploring their symptoms, causes, diagnosis and management. The first unit focuses on headaches stemming from ocular causes, while the second examines those linked to everyday life.
Topics: Referral, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Refractive error, Binocular vision, Papilloedema, Glaucoma, Uveitis, Scleritis, Red flags, COVID, Hormones, Gut.
CPD Ref: C-115186
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the third part of Docet’s new series on headaches. Part three takes a deeper look at the aetiology, investigation and management of headaches with non-ocular causes.
Topics: Referral, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Migraine, Tension, Cluster, Medication, GCA, Intracranial hypertension, Red flags.
CPD Ref: C-114154
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the second part of Docet’s new series on headaches. In part two, you will explore how to gather a detailed history and identify red flag symptoms in patients presenting with headaches. You will also learn about common diagnostic techniques available to optometrists to help investigate the underlying causes.
Topics: Referral, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Migraine, Tension, Cluster, Visual fields, Pupils, Optic nerve, Refraction, Binocular vision, Optic disc, Red flags.
CPD Ref: C-113976
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice
This is the first part of Docet’s new series on headaches. Headaches are common, and sufferers often turn to optometrists for help when they suspect their headaches may be related to their eyes or vision. Part one will explore the common types of headaches encountered in practice, followed by four patient case studies.
Topics: Referral, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Migraine, Tension, Cluster, Papilloedema.
CPD Ref: C-115045
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Professionalism
This podcast follows the Docet webinar Vitreomacular Disorders for Optometrists, with Michelle Hanratty speaking to consultant ophthalmologist Kam Balaggan to address audience questions and explore vitreomacular conditions in more depth. They discuss common disorders, key signs and symptoms, referral urgency and conclude with practical examination tips that do not rely on OCT.
Topics: Vitreomacular conditions, OCT, Epiretinal membrane, Vitreomacular traction, Vitreomacular adhesion, Macular hole, Lamellar hole, Posterior vitreous detachment, Referrals.
CPD Ref: C-114865
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
In this recorded webinar, Mr Kam Balaggan provides optometrists with an overview of vitreomacular conditions commonly encountered in clinical practice. This presentation reviews the pathologies you most likely come across, discusses investigations and differential diagnosis and offers guidance on appropriate referrals. It also includes a video of a real patient undergoing cataract and ERM surgery.
Topics: VMT, Pseudoholes, Lamellar holes, ERM, AMD, OCT, Referral, Management, Treatment, Cataract, Surgery, Macular.
CPD Ref: C-114342
CPD Points:
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Leadership & Accountability, Professionalism
Newly reviewed and updated for 2025, this accredited Level 2 course covers the key safeguarding issues optometrists need to understand when working with adults at risk. It features refreshed content, new case studies and guidance on recognising, responding to and reporting safeguarding concerns in practice.
Topics: Safeguarding, Legal, At risk, Social services, Abuse, Neglect, Record keeping, Physical, Psychological, Disability, Dementia, Sexual, Slavery, Radicalisation, Prevent.
CPD Ref: C-114117
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
Headache disorders affect around 40% of the global population yet remain widely underrecognised and undertreated, with many patients not receiving appropriate diagnosis or care. In this episode, experts discuss how optometrists and GPs investigate headache symptoms, distinguish between ocular and non-ocular causes and communicate effectively to support accurate assessment and referral.
Topics: Headache, Migraine, Stress, Menopause, Brain tumour, Papilloedema, Neuropathy, Asthenopia.
CPD Ref: C-115565
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The first part in this five-part series on Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) examines the anatomy of the macula, key risk factors, prevalence data, and the presenting signs and symptoms.
Topics: AMD Series, Retina, Macula, Risk factors, NICE NG82, OCT, Smoking, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Diet, Anatomy, Neovascular, Prevalence, Charles Bonnet, Active, Inactive, Classification.
CPD Ref: C-115567
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the second part of this series, we explore the physiology and clinical examination of the macula to help identify AMD and other macular conditions. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of OCT imaging to facilitate accurate differential diagnosis.
Topics: AMD Series, Retina, Macula, NICE NG82, OCT, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Anatomy, Neovascular, Active, Inactive, Classification, Diabetes, CSR, Vein occlusion, Macular oedema, Vitelliform, Geographic atrophy, Reticular.
CPD Ref: C-115570
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The third part in this series on age-related macular degeneration (AMD) examines clinical assessment techniques, strategies for effective patient communication, approaches to management and referral and the provision of low vision support.
Topics: AMD Series, Macula, NICE NG82, Referral, Communication, OCT, Amsler, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Neovascular, Active, Inactive, Geographic atrophy, Smoking, Diet, Charles Bonnet, Driving, Vitamins, AREDS, Supplements, Eccentric viewing, Low vision, Visual impairment.
CPD Ref: C-115572
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The fourth part in this series on AMD presents three patient cases illustrating different stages of the disease, providing optometrists an opportunity to refine diagnostic skills and evaluate appropriate management and treatment options for each scenario.
Topics: AMD Series, Active, Amsler, Communication, Depression, Diet, Driving, Drusen, Dry, Inactive, Low vision, Macula, Neovascular, NICE NG82, OCT, Referral, Retina, Smoking, Visual impairment, Wet.
CPD Ref: C-115573
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the fifth and final part of our series on AMD, we explore the treatment options of patients with the condition, including the anti-VEGF procedure in a hospital eye clinic.
Topics: AMD Series, Active, Dry, Macula, Neovascular, NICE NG82, OCT, Referral, Visual impairment, Wet, Anti-VEGF, Intravitreal, Injections, Fluorescein angiography, OCT-A, PDT, Telescopes, Translocation, DARPin, Stem cell.
CPD Ref: C-113526
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
Docet has created a comprehensive online resource to support optometrists and IP practitioners in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with chronic or non-sight threatening anterior eye conditions.
The first part focuses on eyelid conditions including blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).
Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Blepharitis, Hordeolum, Chalazion, Meibomian gland dysfunction, Molluscum contagiosum, Ectropion, Entropion, Dry eye.
Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly qualified, CUES.
CPD Ref: C-113527
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
Docet has created a comprehensive online resource to support optometrists and IP practitioners in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with chronic or non-sight-threatening anterior eye conditions.
The second part of the anterior eye course focuses on conjunctival conditions, including infective conjunctivitis.
Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Conjunctivitis, Allergy, Viral, Pinguecula, Pterygium, Bacterial, Infective, Haemorrhage.
Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly-qualified, CUES.