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Optometrist
License Description	Optometrists measure the visual power of the human eye; prescribe and adapt lenses, prisms and contact lenses; and employ visual training or ocular exercise to aid, relieve or correct a person's vision. They diagnose and treat conditions of the human eye and adnexa.
Licensing Agency	Iowa Department of Public Health Board of Optometry 321 E 12th Street, Lucas Building Des Moines, IA 50319-0075 (515) 281 0254 PLPublic@idph.iowa.gov http://idph.iowa.gov/Licensure/Iowa-Board-of-Optometry
Active Status	Active
Certification	Certification required
Continuing Education	Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record	Background check required
Education	Degree required
Exam	State exam required
License Type	Register with licensing agency
License Updated	06/30/2021

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