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OPTOMETRIST
License Description OPTOMETRIST

Optometrists examine eyes to determine visual efficiency and performance, diseases, or other abnormalities by means of instrumentation and observation. They can prescribe corrective procedures through the use of lenses, prisms, therapy and training.

REQUIREMENTS:
Be over 21 years of age, of good moral character, and satisfy the education and examination requirements.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from accredited school or college of optometry.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
National Board examination, International Boards of examination requirements (IAB) in Optometry Examination and State Board examination. Administered by National Board and IAB biannually

CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Fifteen (15) hours annually.

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS
Every two years contingent on meeting continuing education requirements.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
Tennessee Optometric Association
3200 West End Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
(615 )269-9092
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
Division of Health Related Boards
Division of Health Related Boards
665 Mainstream Drive 2nd floor
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741 5735
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Degree required
Exam Both state and third-party exams required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 08/10/2023
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