Optometrist
Description:
An optometrist examines eyes to determine visual efficiency and performance, diseases, or other abnormalities by means of instrumentation and observation, and prescribes corrective lenses. Optometrists certified in the use of therapeutic drugs may also use and prescribe drugs for the treatment of ocular diseases.
Licensing Requirements:
An applicant must file an application for licensure/registration with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, to practice as an optometrist in New York State. The latest information and requirements for licensure are available on the New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions website at www.op.nysed.gov/home.html
Licenses Issued and Active:
From January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, there were 132 licenses issued for this occupation.
As of January 1, 2010, there were 3,049 currently registered licenses for this occupation.
Licensing Authority:
New York State Education Department
Education Building, 2nd Floor
89 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12234
Phone: (518) 474-3817 Ext. 210
E-mail: op4info@mail.nysed.gov
Standard Occupational Classification:
29-1041 - Optometrists
To learn more about this occupation go to the Occupational Information Network (O*Net).
Additional Information:
American Optometric Association
Education Services
243 North Lindbergh Boulevard
St. Louis, Missouri 63141
Phone: (314) 991-4100
Fax: (314) 991-4101
New York State Optometric Association, Inc.
90 South Swan Street
Albany, New York 12210
Phone: (518) 449-7300
E-mail: nysoa2020@aol.com