docet

CPD Ref: C-107674

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Domains: 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.

No CPD Points

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

In this episode, Michelle meets with optometrist Bradley Warwick and one of his patients with geographic atrophy, and they discuss the benefit to patients that regular monitoring can provide. We also hear from consultant ophthalmologist Clare Bailey about the exciting developments in the therapeutic treatment of dry AMD. 

Topics: Age related macular degeneration, Geographic atrophy, Medical retina, Ocular coherent tomography (OCT), Fundus auto-fluorescence, Nutritional supplements, Patient communication, NICE.

CPD Ref: C-107759

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 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-108048

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Specialty CPD (IP)

This is the first part of Docet’s new programme on immunology. Part one covers the basics of the immune system, building a foundation to enable optometrists to understand systemic and ocular immunity and what happens when things go wrong. This course will build current understanding for all optometrists and be useful as a core programme for IP optometrists or those planning to start their IP qualifications.

Topics: Allergy, Immunology, Atopy, Pharmacological, Hypersensitivity, Innate, Autoimmune, Adaptive, Leucocytes, Infection, Immunology series.

No CPD Points

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

In this episode, we hear from the assistant headteacher and sensory impairment lead of a SEN primary school about the impact of visual dysfunction on SEN children. Michelle then speaks to Professor Rachel Pilling, delving into the potentially daunting task of carrying out an eye examination on children with SEN and providing valuable hints, tips and resources to better equip optometrists and lay the foundations to lifelong eyecare for SEN children. 

Topics: SEN, Special educational needs, Paediatric eyecare, Eye examinations, Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI).

CPD Ref: C-108280

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Specialty CPD (IP)

This is the second part of Docet’s new programme on immunology and the eye. Part two continues to set the foundation for optometrists in immunology and covers the basics of ocular immunology, allergy, and autoimmune disease. This course will build current understanding for all optometrists and be useful as a core programme for IP optometrists or those planning to start their IP qualifications.

Topics: Allergy, Immunology, Atopy, Pharmacological, Hypersensitivity, Autoimmune, Infection, Cornea, Tears, Conjunctiva, Antibodies, Immunology series.

No CPD Points

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)

In this episode, presenter Michelle Hanratty and Dr Peter Frampton discuss the ocular allergic responses commonly seen in optometric practice and explore their treatment using therapeutic agents. We also hear from a patient who suffered from interstitial keratitis, highlighting how the successful therapeutic management of this case is connected to the immunological response.

Topics: Immunology, Allergic eye disease, Herpes zoster, Independent prescribing.

CPD Ref: C-108643

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)

This is the third part of our new course on immunology for optometrists. Part three examines seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC) and perennial allergic conjunctivitis (PAC). It covers the signs, symptoms, and differential diagnosis and offers expert opinions from optometrists and pharmacists on how to investigate and manage the conditions for both non-IP and IP optometrists in community practice.

Topics: Hay fever, Rhinitis, Allergy, Anti-histamines, Immunology, Pharmacy, Allergens, Contact lenses, Mast cell stabilisers, Drugs, Atopy, Pharmacological, Referral, Seasonal, Perennial, Hypersensitivity, Red eye, Immunology series.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Professionalism

In this episode, presenter Michelle Hanratty is joined by Paramdeep Bilku, Clinical Advisor for the College of Optometrists, and IP optometrist Alan Hawrami in discussing the basic principles of evidence-based practice in optometry: What evidence is needed, where it can be found and why it is important.

Topics: Evidence-based practice, Informed consent, Blue blocking lenses, Myopia management, Dry age related macular degeneration, Photo biomodulation treatment, Intense pulsed light treatment.

CPD Ref: C-108946

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)

This is the fourth part of our new course on immunology for optometrists. Part four looks at acute allergic conjunctivitis (AAC), atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) and vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC). It covers the signs, symptoms and differential diagnosis and offers expert opinions from optometrists and pharmacists on how to investigate and manage the conditions, for both non-IP and IP optometrists in community practice.

Topics: Allergy, Anti-histamines, Immunology, Pharmacy, Allergens, Mast cell stabilisers, Drugs, Atopy, Pharmacological, Referral, Hypersensitivity, Red eye, Cornea, Spring catarrh, Immunology series.

CPD Ref: C-109068

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: 

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)

This is the fifth and final part of our new course on immunology for optometrists. Part five looks at contact lens-associated papillary conjunctivitis (CLAPC) and conjunctivitis medicamentosa (CM). It covers the signs, symptoms and differential diagnosis and offers expert opinions from optometrists and pharmacists on how to investigate and manage the conditions, for both non-IP and IP optometrists in community practice.

Topics: Allergy, Anti-histamines, Immunology, Pharmacy, Allergens, Mast cell stabilisers, Drugs, Atopy, Pharmacological, Referral, Hypersensitivity, Red eye, Cornea, Contact lenses, Glaucoma, Preservatives, GPC, Immunology series.

CPD Ref: C-108782

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Leadership & Accountability

In this recorded lecture, Richard Edwards, clinical consultant to the Optical Consumer Complaints Service (OCCS), reminds delegates of the leadership role they need to take in practice in order to be more accountable for safe clinical care. Based around three case studies, this session aims to equip optometrists with a greater understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape, enabling them to manage patient concerns and complaints effectively.

Topics: Record keeping, GDPR, Consent, Professionalism.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Leadership & Accountability

In this episode, presenter Michelle interviews OCCS Complaints resolution manager Dawn Slocombe about the process of dealing with complaints. We also hear from Richard Edwards, Clinical advisor to the OCCS,  about the aspects of modern practice that overlap with handling complaints, along with advice on how practitioners can effectively diffuse complaints with minimal consequences.

Topics: Handling complaints, GOC Standards of Practice, Parental responsibility, Safeguarding, Consent, Leadership, Communication.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

In this episode, presenter Michelle and consultant ophthalmic surgeon Julia Sen discuss typical menopausal changes and subsequent ocular changes, as well as the need to take a more holistic approach in treating menopausal patients. We then hear from Professor Stuti Misra about current research into changes to ocular health in relation to fluctuating or decreasing hormone levels.

Topics: Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone replacement therapy, Dry eye, Ocular surface disease, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, Glaucoma, Cataract, Communication.

CPD Ref: C-109302

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

The second of two programmes discussing the development of vision from birth to 18 years, part two focuses in detail at what visual changes occur from the age of three up to adulthood, looking at age-related visual norms and developmental milestones as Zara grows up.

Topics: Emmetropisation, School vision screening, Myelination, Synaptic pruning, Development of amblyopia, Visual processing issues, Scholastic visual demands, Exotropia, Global motion, Biological motion, Contour integration, Development of colour vision, Visual conversion disorder, Young eye series.

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 74-year-old patient who attended a routine postoperative examination five weeks after left eye cataract surgery. 

Topics: Independent prescribing, Cataract, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

In this episode, Michelle Hanratty explores refractive surgery options. She speaks to Professor Clare O’Donnell, Head of Eye Science at Optegra, about laser vision correction. She also discusses refractive lens exchange options with Amir Hamid, a cataract and refractive surgeon and looks at considerations after presbyopic surgery with specialist refractive optometrist Sundeep Vaswani.

Topics: Presbyopia, Spherical aberration, Monovision, EDOF, Multifocals, Intraocular lenses, Phakic intraocular lenses, Visual environment analysis, Managing patient expectations, Communication, Cataract. 

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a patient who attended for an urgent non-routine appointment with his optometrist as he was experiencing a left sore watery eye.

Topics: Independent prescribing, Conjunctivitis Medicamentosa, Topical anti-inflammatory medicines, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 67-year-old female who attended an emergency appointment at her community optometrist practice complaining of a painful, photophobic eye. 

Topics: Independent prescribing, Cataract, Steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 70-year-old female who attended for a routine follow-up at a cataract post-operative clinic.  

Topics: Independent prescribing, Steroid related IOP rise, Topical anti-hypertensive therapy, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

In this episode, Michelle Hanratty discusses the vision standards for safety-critical occupations with Professor John Barbur, who has developed a sophisticated colour vision test that is widely used to grade the severity of colour vision deficiency. We also hear from Ian Trimmer, who provides an insight into communicating bad news and why vision can be a particularly sensitive topic. 

Topics: Occupational vision standards, Driving and vision, Colour vision testing, Colour vision deficiency, Communication, Breaking bad news.

CPD Ref: C-110271

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 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.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice, Specialty CPD (IP)

In this episode, Professor Sai Kolli addresses some of the questions raised during his recent Docet webinar on common corneal conditions. He and Michelle explore different management options for some of these conditions, providing valuable insight into how we can deliver potential diagnoses with more sensitivity. We also hear from a patient who has recently been diagnosed with keratoconus, reminding us that communicating bad news is something that can be difficult to get right.

Topics: Corneal dystrophy, Keratoconus, Fuch’s endothelial corneal dystrophy, Recurrent epithelial corneal erosion, Breaking bad news, Communication, Independent prescribing, Referrals.

CPD Ref: C-110444

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 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.

This accredited Level 2 e-learning Safeguarding course expired on 5 December 2025. If you have completed this course, you can print your certificate here.

This course has been replaced with our new updated Safeguarding Adults for Optometrists Level 2 course, issued in December 2025.

CPD Ref: C-110972

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Leadership & Accountability, Professionalism 

Accredited Level 2 e-learning, introducing optometrists to the key issues surrounding child abuse. The course explains how to recognise and deal with issues that might arise in optometric practice when working with children. 

Topics: Safeguarding, Legal, At risk, Social services, Abuse, Neglect, Record keeping, Physical, Psychological, Disability, Newly qualified, Sexual, Radicalisation.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

This podcast episode builds on the Docet webinar Dementia and Optometry: Research and Practice. Michelle speaks with Rakhee Shah and Simon Raw to address attendee questions and reinforce the key messages about the vital connection between vision and dementia. We also hear from Fadi Alfaqawi about how to assess the best course of action for a patient when advanced visual corrections are needed.

Topics: Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Cataract, Vision loss, Visual impairment, Vision assessment, Domiciliary eyecare, Communication, Consent, Referrals.

No CPD Points

Domains: Professionalism, Leadership & Accountability

In this episode, Michelle welcomes Neil Retallic, an optometrist and mental welfare researcher who explains why stress and burnout are so prevalent in our profession. We also hear from Dr Nicholas Taylor, consultant psychiatrist, about early interventions to prevent long-term mental health issues.

Topics: Stress, Anxiety, Burnout, Wellbeing, Mental health, Compassion fatigue, Cognitive behavioural therapy.

No CPD Points

Domains: Professionalism, Leadership & Accountability

This episode explores the systemic and neurological effects of chronic stress, highlighting its long-term impact on health. Experts discuss the body’s response to stress, its influence on brain function and behaviour, and strategies to protect mental well-being in healthcare professionals.

Topics: Stress, Anxiety, Wellbeing, Mental health, Brain health, Cortisol, Hormones, Depression, Inflammation, Dementia.

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.

No CPD Points

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

This episode is a follow-up to the Docet webinar PAC, PACS, and PACS+ in Focus. Michelle is joined by consultant ophthalmic surgeon Nishani Amerasinghe, and together they recap the essential takeaways for optometrists, including key insights into primary angle closure disease and potential treatment options, as well as long-term patient management within community practice.

Topics: Primary Angle Closure (PAC), Anterior angle assessment, Glaucoma, Risk factors for PAC, Referrals, Communication, Management in primary care.

CPD Ref: C-112087

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

The first of two programmes discussing the development of vision from birth to 18 years, part one looks in detail at age-related visual norms and what changes occur from birth to age three, highlighting what early abnormalities can impair visual ability.  

Topics: Anatomical changes to the visual system, Development of VA, Contrast perception, Colour perceptions, Accommodative systems, Binocular systems, Ocular and neurodevelopmental abnormalities arising from forceps delivery or prematurity, Synaptogenesis, Emmetropisation, Infantile esotropia, Retinoblastoma, Physical development milestones, Young eye series.

CPD Ref: C-112369

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Professionalism

Since COVID-19, enhanced optometric services have expanded across the UK, with Integrated Care Boards now commissioning a wider range of care, including paediatric and glaucoma services. In this episode, Michelle speaks with Dharmesh Patel and Hayley Moore about the evolution of community optometry and shares tips for optometrists looking to upskill and get involved.

Topics: Enhanced Optometric Services, Referral refinement, Glaucoma, Paediatric eyecare, CUES, MECS.

CPD Ref: C-112573

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

In this recorded webinar, Dr Rosalind Creer, lead optometrist at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, discusses the signs and symptoms of diabetic retinopathy. She provides an overview of the diabetic eye-screening programme, including recent updates. The lecture also covers referral pathways, treatment options, and key indicators for initiating treatment.

Topics: Diabetes, Diabetic retinopathy, Diabetic maculopathy, Diabetic retinal screening programme, HbA1c, Panretinal photocoagulation, Anti-vegf treatment, Diabetic eye disease.

CPD Ref: C-112661

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

This episode builds on Dr Rosalind Creer’s Docet webinar Joining the dots (and blots) of diabetic retinopathy, addressing attendee questions and exploring the more subtle characteristics of the condition that can cause management dilemmas. Dr Creer also discusses recent updates to the Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, including community-based monitoring, referral guidelines and available treatments.

Topics: Diabetes, Diabetic retinopathy, Diabetic maculopathy, Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, Retinal grading, Diabetic retinopathy treatments, Communication, Referrals.

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.

CPD Ref: C-113529

CPD Points:  

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 December 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)

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.