CPD Ref: C-107759
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This recorded lecture aims to build the confidence of community optometrists when examining children with special educational needs (SEN). Professor Rachel Pilling provides guidance on adapting your communication and testing approaches to better accommodate children with special needs. Common ocular issues seen in SEN children are addressed, as are the ways in which optometrists can assist both the children and their parents in optimising vision. Recognising when referral is required is also explored.
Topics: Special educational needs, SEN, ASD, ADHD, Cerebral visual impairment, CVI, Atypical visual behaviour, Communication, Retinoscopy, Visual assessment, Refraction, GOS, Dry eye, Referral.
CPD Ref: C-113553
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Communication, Clinical practice
This recorded lecture by Dr Aleksandra Mankowska explores four case studies involving patients with binocular vision problems. Each case includes a discussion of presenting symptoms, appropriate clinical assessments and management strategies, offering optometrists practical insights into the diagnosis and treatment of common binocular vision issues.
Topics: Paediatric, Multiple sclerosis, Convergence insufficiency, Esophoria, Exophoria, Prism, Fusional reserves, Stereopsis, Cycloplegic, Tropia, Microtropia, Convergence weakness, Refraction, Amblyopia, Nystagmus.
CPD Ref: C-114599
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The first part in this series on cataract explores the definition and classification of cataract, its pathophysiology, risk factors and incidence, as well as practical guidance on patient assessment and referral criteria.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Classification, Pathophysiology, Risk factors, History and symptoms, Visual assessment, Contrast sensitivity, Referral, Nuclear, PSC, Cortical, Congenital, NICE.
CPD Ref: C-114601
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The second part in this series on cataract explores the principles of cataract management and treatment, along with key surgical techniques.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Management, Intra-ocular lenses, Phacoemulsification, Surgery, IOL, Multifocal, Bifocal, Trifocal, Referral, Monovision, Accommodating, Cataract extraction, EDOF.
CPD Ref: C-114656
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
The third and final part of the cataract series addresses postoperative assessment, potential complications and their management and postoperative care pathways, including referrals.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Surgery, Postoperative assessment, Complications, Pathways, CMO, Uveitis, Retinal detachment, IOP, PCO, Referral, Emergency, IOL, Dislocation.
CPD Ref: C-110271
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
In this recorded lecture, Professor Sai Kolli, consultant ophthalmic surgeon, looks at corneal dystrophies that appear commonly in practice. He discusses which patients are appropriate for monitoring or management in the community, which need to be referred, and the impact of these conditions when referring patients for surgical treatment. Conditions such as keratoconus and Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy are also covered.
Topics: Referrals, Keratoconus, Fuchs, Endothelium, Recurrent corneal erosion, Tomography, Topography, OCT, Astigmatism, Specular microscopy, Cross-linking, Graft.
CPD Ref: C-114592
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the first part of this two-part course, three children and their parents share their experiences with starting contact lens wear and managing it in daily life. We also hear from two optometrists about the process of fitting contact lenses in children and the benefits they can provide.
Topics: Prevalence, Benefits and perceived barriers to contact lens wear in children, Quality of life, Microbial keratitis, Soft contact lenses, Rigid gas permeable lenses, Orthokeratology, Anisometropia, Amblyopia, Nystagmus, Myopia management, Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, Contact lens handling.
CPD Ref: C-107674
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
In the second part of this two-part course, our experts discuss what you need to consider before fitting a child with contact lenses. They also give helpful advice on how to educate children and their parents about contact lenses and discuss the legal aspects to bear in mind when fitting contact lenses to younger patients.
Topics: Contact lens compliance, Microbial keratitis, Communicating with children, Management of contact lens wear risks, Contact lens teach appointment, Legal considerations of fitting children with contact lenses.
CPD Ref: C-110444
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
In this recorded lecture, Dr Rakhee Shah presents the latest research on dementia and its implications for optometry. Mr Simon Raw provides clinical insights on tailoring eye examinations to meet the needs of patients with dementia, along with strategies to ensure they feel safe and comfortable.
Topics: Mental Capacity Act 2005, Falls, Visual assessment and examination, Referral, Communication, History and symptoms, Dispensing, Dementia.
CPD Ref: C-115674CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Communication, Professionalism
Topics: Learning disabilities, Genetics, Down’s syndrome, Autism, Cerebral palsy, Communication, Visual impairment, Williams syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, Chromosome, Congenital, Amblyopia, Refractive error, Strabismus, Accommodation, Cataracts, Binocular vision.
CPD Ref: C-115677
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the second part of this series, experts explore a range of techniques to address the challenges of examining patients with learning disabilities, highlighting different approaches and clinical tests for this group.
Topics: Learning disabilities, Retinoscopy, Charts, Ophthalmoscopy, Communication, Visual assessment, Refraction, Visual fields, Binocular vision, Autism, Down’s syndrome, Cerebral palsy, Vulnerable children, Vulnerable adults, School.
CPD Ref: C-115692
CPD Points: 
Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Domains: Communication, Professionalism
The third and final part of this series on examining patients with learning disabilities focuses on the period after the appointment. It explores dispensing and aftercare, as well as key legal considerations around capacity, consent, confidentiality, GOS requirements and safeguarding, illustrated through two patient case studies.
Topics: Learning disabilities, Communication, Autism, Down’s syndrome, Vulnerable adults, Vulnerable children, Capacity, Consent, GOS, Legal, Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Referral, Dispensing, Frames.
CPD Ref: C-115358
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The first part of the Glaucoma series provides an updated overview of glaucoma definitions and prevalence, and explores the classification of its various types. It also covers the signs, symptoms and risk factors to support more accurate differential diagnosis and timely referral.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, CAG, Congenital, Ocular hypertension, Prevalence, Secondary, Paediatric, PAC, PACG, AACG.
CPD Ref: C-115359
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The second part of the Glaucoma series reviews normal eye anatomy and the pathophysiological changes involved in the development of glaucoma. It also explores current theories on the causes of glaucoma and examines the risk factors associated with its different types.
Topics: Glaucoma, CCT, IOP, POAG, CCAG, Ocular hypertension, PAC, PACG, Risk calculator, Optic nerve, Optic disc, Anatomy.
CPD Ref: C-115360
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The third part of the Glaucoma series focuses on evaluating the anterior segment and angle to recognise key signs of glaucoma and identify major risk factors.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, CAG, Van Herick, Smith’s method, Gonioscopy, OCT, Referral, PDS, PXF.
CPD Ref: C-115361
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The fourth part of the Glaucoma series focuses on measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) with both contact and non-contact tonometers, reviewing normal results and outlining referral criteria.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, CAG, Intraocular pressure, Referral , IOP, tonometer, GAT, Perkins, Ocular hypertension, CCT, Corneal thickness.
CPD Ref: C-115362
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The fifth part of the Glaucoma series explores the assessment and measurement of the optic disc, highlighting key signs of glaucoma. It explains how to use indirect ophthalmoscopy and interpret OCT disc images to support referral decisions and the management of glaucoma suspects.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, Optic disc, Assessment, Slit lamp, Indirect ophthalmoscopy, OCT, Management, Referral, Volk.
CPD Ref: C-115364
CPD Points:
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The sixth part of the Glaucoma series focuses on accurately evaluating the visual field to identify important signs of glaucoma.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, Management, Referral, Threshold, SITA, ZATA, Static, Kinetic, FDT.
CPD Ref: C-115365
CPD Points:
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The seventh part of the Glaucoma series explores national and local refinement and referral pathways, and discusses how to make appropriate clinical decisions in managing a glaucoma suspect by considering all investigative findings.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, Ocular hypertension, Management, Referral, Repeat measures, Pathway, IOP, Visual field.
CPD Ref: C-115366
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please note: The Glaucoma Series is currently under review and is scheduled to be updated and re-launched in mid-2026.
Domains: Clinical practice, Specialty CPD (IP)
The eighth and final part of the Glaucoma series explores current and future treatments of glaucoma.
Topics: Glaucoma, NICE, SIGN, POAG, COAG, CAG, Ocular hypertension, Laser treatment, Surgical treatment, Pharmacological treatments, Management, Referral, MIGS, SLT.