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CPD courses | Anterior Eye: Part 1 - Eyelid disorders (Non-interactive) (Updated 2025) |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 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. | Yes |
CPD courses | Anterior Eye: Part 2 - Conjunctival disorders (Non-interactive) (Updated 2025) |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 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. | Yes |
CPD courses | Anterior Eye: Part 3 - Various disorders (Non-interactive) (Updated 2025) |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 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. This is the third and final course on the anterior eye and covers conditions such as episcleritis, dry eye and corneal abrasions. Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Dry eye, Episcleritis, Corneal abrasions, Recurrent corneal erosions, Foreign bodies. Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly qualified, CUES. | Yes |
CPD courses | Sound Optometry: Episode 51 - Brain Tumours, Part 1: A unique perspective |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 Domains: Communication, Professionalism Around one-third of those with a brain tumour experience visual problems, making optometrists key in early detection, though they should also be aware of non-visual symptoms. In this episode, optometrist Connor McCann shares his personal experience with a brain tumour to help colleagues improve their communication and empathy when delivering difficult news. Topics: Brain tumours, Neuro-ophthalmology, Communication, Professionalism, Epilepsy, Referrals, Breaking bad news, Health and safety in the workplace. | Yes |
CPD courses | Binocular Vision: Beyond the prism (November 2021 Webinar) (Updated 2025) | ![]()
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 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. | Yes |
CPD courses | Sound Optometry: Episode 52 - Brain Tumours, Part 2: Red flags for referral |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice Building on Episode 51’s discussion of brain tumours, this episode features optometrist Lorcan Butler from the Brain Tumour Charity, who explains how he helps eyecare practitioners recognise suspicious neuro-ophthalmological signs and symptoms. Topics: Brain tumours, Neuro-ophthalmology, Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, Papilloedema, Optic disc drusen, Optic disc, Communication, Referrals, Breaking bad news. | Yes |
CPD courses | Sound Optometry: Episode 53 - Periorbital skin disorders: What’s an optometrist to do? |
CPD Points: CPD Type: Non-interactive Closing Date: 31 December 2025 Domains: Clinical Practice, Specialty CPD (IP) Around half of the UK population experiences a skin condition each year, and optometrists often encounter ocular or periocular effects of conditions such as eczema and rosacea. In this episode of Sound Optometry, dermatologist Dr Bryan Murphy discusses common skin conditions seen in community practice and advises when optometrists can manage them or should refer. Topics: Atopy, Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Allergies, Benign lesions, Malignant lesions, Auto-immune disease, Prescribing, Topical steroids. | Yes |
Case studies for peer review | Domiciliary Visit |
In this case, delegates are asked to watch a short video about a domiciliary visit with a 71-year-old female patient who has dementia. Topics: Dementia, Refraction, Legal, Safeguarding, Vulnerable, Communication, Equipment, Visual assessment, Consent, Confidentiality, Lighting, Dispensing. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Physiology & Pathology - Systemic |
This programme updates and refreshes optometrists' understanding of common age-related systemic diseases and their impact on the eye. It includes guidance on the effects of various medications, appropriate investigation and patient management. Topics: Diabetes, Hypertension, Neurological, Inflammatory, Arthritis, Medication, Heart disease, Malignant, Parkinsons, Vascular, Smoking, Dementia. | No |
Video library | Vision in the Real World: Visual task analysis |
This course gives practical advice and guidance on how to take a relevant history and symptoms to enable a full understanding of a patient's needs for work and leisure. Topics: Dispensing, Lenses, Tints, Multifocals, Driving, Sport, Occupational, Children, Ageing eye, Safety spectacles, Lighting. | No |
Peer review | Docet Peer Review Facilitator Training and Guidance |
Free video training and other useful tips, advice and guidance for those who wish to facilitate peer review sessions. Topics: Facilitator, Peer discussion, Peer review. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Visual Problems with New Spectacles | No CPD Points In this case, participants are asked to listen to a telephone conversation between a patient, who has just collected his new glasses, and an optical advisor. Topics: Peer review, Vision loss, Legal, Record keeping, Emergency, Referrals, Delegation, Non-tolerance, Supervision. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Flashes and Floaters: Four cases | No CPD Points This peer review features four patient cases with specific symptoms that require interpretation, presented through short film clips and patient record cards. Topics: Peer discussion, Peer review, Flashes and floaters, Record keeping, Emergency, Referrals, Dilation, Retinal detachment. | No |
Video library | Optometry and Ethnicity |
This course looks in broad terms at the four main ethnic groups in the UK and the predominant eye conditions found within each group. Topics: Cultural, Glaucoma, Diabetes, AMD, Diversity, Communication, Interpreters, Language, Equality. | No |
Video library | See More: Dementia and optometry |
This docu-drama course explores the condition of dementia and highlights the key aspects involved in managing patients living with the disease. Topics: Legal, Vulnerable adults, Communication, Safeguarding, Alzheimer's, Hallucinations, Visual assessment, Cognitive impairment, Domiciliary, Consent, Ageing. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Physiology & Pathology - Ocular |
This programme looks at the effects of ageing on a normal, healthy eye, including aspects of anatomy and visual performance. It also considers the identification, investigation and management of common ocular abnormalities that may be encountered in everyday practice in older patients. Topics: Visual assessment, Anterior eye, Posterior eye, Visual fields, Contrast sensitivity, Referral, Fundus, Dry eye, Glaucoma, Cataract, AMD, Visual acuity, Colour vision. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Vision and falls |
Professor Dave Elliott of the University of Bradford explains the link between vision and falls and the important role optometrists can play in helping to prevent falls in older patients. Topics: Falls, Spectacles, Lenses, Dispensing, Mobility, Lighting, Multifocals, Low vision, Ageing Eye, Vision loss, Cataract. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Visual Disturbance (Acute Presentation) |
This case discusses an acute, painless, unilateral visual disturbance in an amblyopic patient. The aim is to make a diagnosis and decide on the appropriate course of action. Topics: Vision loss, Acute, Referral, Systemic disease, Communication, Record keeping. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Examination of an Elderly Patient |
In this case, delegates are asked to watch a short video and discuss the actions of an optometrist who examines an elderly patient with early dementia. Topics: Dementia, Refraction, Legal, Safeguarding, Vulnerable adults, Communication, Confidentiality, Visual assessment, Consent, Ageing, Referral. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Pupil Abnormality (Acute Presentation) | No CPD Points
This case discusses anisocoria with sluggish pupil responses in a patient who reports reduced near vision over the past few months. The aim is to review the case and decide on possible causes of the pupil abnormality, and discuss whether the optometrist took an appropriate course of action. Topics: Anisocoria, Holmes-Aidie, Pupil reactions, Neurological, Mydriasis, Accommodation, Referral, Visual assessment, Pupil assessment, Record keeping. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: A day in the life | No CPD Points This course takes optometrists into the world of their older patients, helping them to understand some of the challenges of living with changing vision, covering topics such as lighting, driving, mobility and nutrition. Topics: Ageing eye, Lighting, Falls, Mobility, Nutrition, Diet, Low vision, Driving, AREDS, Psychology, Vision loss, Supplements, Visual impairment. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Communication and the older patient | No CPD Points
This programme provides guidance on the challenges in communication that optometrists may face and strategies that can be used to improve their services to older patients. Topics: Vulnerable adults, Dementia, Disability, Verbal, Questions, Language, Advice, Recommendations, Ageing, Psychological, Anxiety, Cognitive. | No |
Video library | Open Your Eyes: Modern life and its effects on the eye - Smoking |
This series takes a close look at the effects of our modern lifestyle on the eye, focusing on smoking, UV light exposure, nutrition and driving. This course discusses the major impact of smoking upon eye health and interviews three experts in the field of cessation to show how optometrists can play an important role in helping people access cessation services in the UK. Topics: GP, Cessation, Primary care, Allied health professionals, Pharmacist, Dry eye, Newly qualified. | No |
Video library | Flashes and Floaters |
This programme looks at the symptoms of flashes and floaters and provides guidance for optometrists on assessment and appropriate management of patients, including referral decisions. Topics: Retinal detachment, Posterior vitreous detachment, Migraine, Schafer's sign, Tobacco dust, Dilation, Volk, Headset BIO, Referrals, Slit lamp, Vitreous, Newly qualified. Area of interest: MECS | No |
Video library | Communication Skills |
Communication skills are a vital part of your clinical practice. This course is a filmed workshop using skilled actors with an audience of real optometrists. It introduces different aspects of clinical communication and demonstrates how developing your knowledge and skills in communicating effectively with your patients will help you run a successful and safe optometric practice. Topics: Advice, Verbal, Referral, Anxiety, Complaints, Questions, Language, Recommendations, Psychology.
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Video library | On the Record |
It is essential that optometrists maintain acceptable and adequate clinical records, not only as best practice, but also because the GOC considers that failure to do so constitutes impaired fitness to practice. This training resource aims to provide clear guidance for optometric practitioners in the art of record-keeping and delves into the serious implications from failing to keep adequate records. Topics: Record keeping, Referral, Legal, Retinal detachment, Flashes, Floaters, Fitness to practice, GOC, Communication. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Driving |
This case discusses an 89-year-old diabetic patient whose vision is below the driving standard. As his optometrist, you have witnessed him driving on several occasions and are unsure about what course of action you should take. Topics: Diabetic, Standards, Legal, Confidentiality, DVLA, Referral, Anxiety, Record keeping, Ageing. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Record Keeping and Floaters |
This case discusses the examination of David Jones, a 62-year-old retired patient with recent onset of floaters, with particular attention given to the quality of the record card. Topics: Flashes, Retinal detachment, Visual fields, Legal, Loss of vision, Tonometry, Fundus, Vitreous, Posterior vitreous detachment PVD. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Early Dementia |
This case discusses the examination of an 85-year-old patient with early dementia and cataracts, who possibly needs referring. Topics: Ageing, Cataracts, Referral, Legal, Confidentiality, Consent, Communication, Vulnerable adults, Safeguarding, Record keeping, Visual assessment. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Dentist - lifestyle and dispensing considerations |
Rahul Navamani is a 41-year-old dentist who requires advice for his work and sport. This case discusses various lifestyle requirements and dispensing considerations. Topics: Dispensing, Occupational, Lifestyle, Sports, Lenses, Eye protection, Injuries, Record keeping, Frames, Vocational, UV. | No |
Case studies for peer review | Sudden Loss of Vision |
In this case, delegates are asked to watch a short video and discuss the case of a 74-year-old woman with painless, unilateral loss of vision, partially resolving after a couple of minutes. Topics: Neurological, TIA, Ischaemic, Anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (AION), Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Record keeping, Acute, Ageing, Vascular, Referral. | No |
Video library | Open Your Eyes: Modern life and its effects on the eye - UV light |
This series takes a close look at the effects of our modern lifestyle on the eye, focusing on smoking, UV light exposure, nutrition and driving. This course discusses the major impact of short wavelength and visible light upon the eye and surrounding tissues and considers the best approach to communicate this and to assess any impact. Topics: Pingueculum, Pterygium, Phototoxicity, Macula, Filters, Sunglasses, Newly qualified. | No |
Video library | Open Your Eyes: Modern life and its effects on the eye - Nutrition |
This series takes a close look at the effects of our modern lifestyle on the eye, focusing on smoking, UV light exposure, nutrition
and driving. The aim of this course is to emphasise the link between
poor nutrition and certain eye disorders and to establish how best to
communicate accurate and relevant information. Topics: Supplementation, Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Record keeping, Newly qualified. | No |
Video library | Open Your Eyes: Modern life and its effects on the eye - Driving | No This series takes a close look at the effects of our modern lifestyle on the eye, focusing on smoking, UV light exposure, nutrition and driving. This course discusses the current legal requirement for driving, important new research highlighting both the visual and cognitive influences upon driving ability, and then reviews the legal responsibility of the optometrist when standards are not achieved. Topics: Vision standards, Patient confidentiality, Data protection, Contrast sensitivity, Cognitive, Reaction times, DVLA, Class 1, Class 2, Visual fields, Acuity, Newly qualified. | No |
Video library | Acute Presentation: Part 1 |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() This course provides optometrists with information on managing patients presenting with acute onset symptoms in two key areas: sudden loss of vision and the painful red eye. It covers the presentation of each condition, what to look for during examination, differential diagnosis, referral steps, further clinical management and any red flag symptoms requiring immediate referral. Topics: Ischaemic, Optic neuropathy, Retinal artery occlusion, Retinal vein occlusion, Haemorrhage, Ameurosis fugax, Posterior eye, Referral, Treatment, Acute, Anterior uveitis, Glaucoma, Keratitis, CLARE, Contact lenses, Scleritis, Trauma, Cellulitis, Referral, Anterior eye, Ocular disease. Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Newly qualified, Acute presentation series. | No |
Video library | Acute Presentation: Part 2 |
![]() ![]() ![]() Topics: Papilloedema, Optic neuritis, Pupils, Visual fields, Palsy, Nerve, Diplopia, Acute, Treatment, Referral, Retinal detachment, Giant cell arteritis, Trauma, Ischaemic, TIA. Area of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Newly qualified, Acute presentation series. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Adapting the Routine - Domiciliary eyecare | No CPD Points Using expert advice and insights, this course guides optometrists through all aspects of carrying out domiciliary eye examinations, including useful facts and tips on planning and arranging visits, effective communication, legal requirements, necessary equipment and adapting clinical techniques to meet the needs of patients being examined in their own homes or care homes. Topics: Legal, Care home, Dementia, Communication, Safeguarding, Lighting, Disability, Record keeping, Visual assessment, Equipment, GOS. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Refractive correction for older patients |
This programme looks at the various refractive correction options available for presbyopes. Through a mix of filmed patient scenarios and expert advice four areas are considered: spectacle frames and lenses, contact lenses, correction with intra-ocular lenses, and managing presbyopic patients following refractive laser surgery. Topics: Ageing eye, Contact lenses, Spectacles, Dispensing, Refractive surgery, Intraocular lenses, Multifocal, Lenses, Tints, Presbyope, Frames, IOLs, Driving, Cataract. | No |
Video library | The Ageing Eye: Charles Bonnet Syndrome |
A comprehensive overview of Charles Bonnet syndrome, based on the latest research. Includes advice on identifying the condition, addressing the topic with patients, appropriate management steps and what can be done to help sufferers. Topics: AMD, Ageing eye, Low vision, Dementia, Hallucinations, Psychology, Vision loss, Dominic ffytche, Visual impairment. | No |
Video library | Developing Clinical Skills | No CPD Points This programme looks at the application of three advanced clinical investigative techniques and shows how to undertake and interpret van Herick technique, the use of slit lamp and indirect lenses for assessment of the fundus and gonioscopy. Topics: Tonometry, Slit lamp, Gonioscopy, Volk, BIO, van Herick, IOP, Anaesthetic, Dilation, Goldmann, Glaucoma. Area of interest: MECS | No |