Competency standards for entry‐level to the profession of optometry 1993

Abstract

Competency standards for entry-level to the profession of optometry in Australia were established after a process of interview, observation of optometric practice, workshops and consultation with the profession. The standards developed consisted of eight units to represent the skills and attributes expected of an optometrist who is to be registered for the first time. The units were broken into 37 elements to illustrate the components of each area and the elements were accompanied by performance criteria which, when observed, can provide evidence of the ability of the person to perform to a degree necessary for the appropriate practice of optometry. The standards were developed for the profession as it exists in 1993 and will be updated progressively as required.