Search results: 10

Glaucoma: Part 1 - Definitions and classification (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115358

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 2 - Pathophysiology and risk factors (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115359

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 3 - Assessment (Anterior segment and anterior chamber angle) (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115360

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 4 - Assessment of the intraocular pressure (IOP) (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115361

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 5 - Assessment of the optic disc (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115362

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 6 - Visual fields (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115364

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 7 - Management, referral and care pathways (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115365

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
Glaucoma: Part 8 - Treatment (Non-interactive) (Early 2026)

CPD Ref: C-115366

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 30 June 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.

Category: CPD courses
PAC, PACS, and PACS+ in Focus: A guide for optometrists (March 2025 Webinar)

CPD Ref: C-111770

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Professionalism


In 2022, the Royal College of Ophthalmologists updated guidelines on angle closure disease. In this recorded webinar, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Nishani Amerasinghe provides an overview of PAC, PACS, and PACS+, covering risk assessment, symptom recognition, examination techniques, and appropriate patient management.

Topics: Anterior chamber angle, Van Herick, OCT, Gonioscopy, Referral, Glaucoma: Part 1, Management, Treatment.

Category: CPD courses
Sound Optometry: Episode 30 - Glaucoma: ISNT it suspicious?

Sound OptometryNo CPD Points

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication


In this episode we first hear a patient case study; later, Patrick Gunn reflects on how his professional development and training has led to a specialist qualification in glaucoma. The second part of the podcast answers some of the questions asked by the glaucoma webinar attendees and delves into optic disc interpretation in detail. Presenter Michelle Hanratty and Patrick discuss the early signs to look out for in glaucomatous discs and how these relate to other findings such as OCT and visual fields.

Topics: Glaucoma, Referrals, Intraocular pressure, Monitoring pathways, Optic disc, OCT, Visual fields.

Category: Audio – Ocular disease and management