Associations

Optometrists Association Australia (New South Wales Division) - Contains information about the association, and resources for optometrists and the general public on eyecare.
http://www.optometristsnsw.com.au/

Optometric Extension Program - A non-profit organization which serves the educational needs of optometrists.
http://www.oep.org

Association of Optometrists, UK - Mission is to promote and protect its members, individually and collectively, with services and representation to enhance their professional and business activities.
http://www.assoc-optometrists.org/

British Contact Lens Association - Information about the association. Clinical Conference announcements, continuing education courses and scientific meetings.
http://www.bcla.org.uk/

American Academy of Optometry (British Chapter) - Organization to promote excellence in the practise of optometry.
http://www.academy.org.uk/

The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists - Established in 1982 by a group of optometry graduates from overseas, the society's objectives are to promote and improve the science and practice of optometry for the public benefit, and to maintain the highest possible standards of eye care services.
http://www.hkspo.org.hk

New Zealand Society of Contact Lens Practitioners - A resource for contact lens wearers (both current and potential wearers) and for contact lens practitioners - specifically for the dissemination of information, continuing education and public awareness of the many aspects of safe contact lens wear.
http://www.contactlens.org.nz/

Optometrists Registration Board of Victoria - Responsible for registration of optometrists in Victoria, Australia. Also regulates optometrists and training programs for optometrists, as well as administration of complaints against optometrists.
http://www.optomboard.vic.gov.au

Florida Optometric Association - Provides information on sight wellness, and a list of O.D.'s in the state.
http://www.floridaeyes.org/

New Zealand College of Optometrists - Founded by a group of optometrists in Auckland, this New Zealand-wide society is intended to promote the science and practice of Optometry, similar to the American Academy of Optometry and the College of Optometry (UK).
http://www.geocities.com/nzco/

Maryland Optometric Association - Dedicated to delivering the highest standard of professional optometry care to the citizens of the state.
http://www.marylandeyes.com

Ontario Association of Optometrists - Provides information about optometry, the association, and vision and eye health.
http://www.optom.on.ca

The Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand - Provides information and guidance for overseas-trained optometrists wanting to register as an optometrist in Australia or New Zealand. It also has information for optometrists applying for migration to Australia and requiring a Skills Assessment.
http://www.ocanz.org

General Optical Council, UK - Regulatory authority in the UK and Northern Ireland responsible for the regulation of opticians (optometrists). It does this by providing for statutory registration, the accreditation and monitoring of education, training and examination. It also enforces proper standards of practice and conduct.
http://www.optical.org/

Texas Optometric Association - Includes information about locating an eye doctor, consumer and career information, and member resources.
http://texas.aoa.org

World Council of Optometry (WCO) - An international organization dedicated to the enhancement and development of eye and vision care worldwide. Representing over 50 countries, it serves as a forum for member organizations to respond to public health needs and opportunities around the world.
http://www.worldoptometry.org/

International Association of Contact Lens Educators (IACLE) - Global educational organisation dedicated to raising the standard of contact lens education worldwide and promoting the widespread, safe use of contact lenses.
http://www.iacle.org

College of Optometrists in Vision Development - Certifying body for doctors in the optometric specialty called Behavioral/ Developmental/ Rehabilitative Optometry.
http://www.covd.org

Dynamic Vision Network - Organization for independent optometrists in South Africa.
http://www.dvn.co.za/

Illinois Optometric Association - Provides support, networking and continuing education for optometrists within the state. Includes events calendar, publications, and convention information.
http://www.ioaweb.org/

Victorian College of Optometry - Organization affiliated with the University of Melbourne, Australia. Its mission is the advancement of knowledge and learning in optometry.
http://www.vco.org.au/

Georgia Optometric Association - Professional organization whose mission is to fulfill the vision and eye care needs of the citizens of the state through clinical care, research, and education.
http://www.ciclt.com/goa/

Canadian Association of Optometrists - Provides information about Optometry, the association, as well as information on vision and eye health.
http://www.opto.ca/

Institute of Optometry, UK - Offers a comprehensive range of services to support the optical professional throughout the UK. Also provides specialist eyecare services to the public.
http://www.ioo.org.uk/

Optometrists Board of Queensland - A statutory body, established under the Optometrists Act (QLD) 1974, to regulate the practice of optometry in Queensland.
http://www.optomboard.qld.gov.au

Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists (ACBO) - Foundation for knowledge and education for professionals in behavioural optometry.
http://www.acbo.org.au

American Academy of Optometry - Information about the academy, including research databases, member directories and information on optometry and vision care.
http://www.aaopt.org

American Optometric Association - Main professional association for optometrists in the US. Information for optometrists and the general public, including information on eyecare and eye diseases. Also includes an online directory of optometrists.
http://www.aoa.org/

Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry (ARBO) - Provide resources to state regulatory boards of optometry throughout North America.
http://www.arbo.org

Tanzania Optometric Association - Encourages professional conduct amongst its members, and represents them with the government.
http://www.toa.kabissa.org/

California Optometric Association - Dedicated to assuring the highest quality health care for the public through the advancement of optometry.
http://www.coavision.org

Optometrists Association Australia (Queensland Division) - Provides public information about the association in Queensland, as well as information for optometrists.
http://www.optomsqld.com/

New Zealand Association of Optometrists - Represents over 90% of the Practising Optometrists in New Zealand. Information for optometrists, vision and useful links.
http://www.nzao.co.nz

Optometrists Association Australia (Federal Office) - Includes general information and advice on optometry and eyecare topics, as well as information specifically for optometrists.
http://www.optometrists.asn.au

The National Association of Veterans Affairs Optometrists (NAVAO) - Non-profit organization whose members are optometrists working for the US Department of Veterans Affairs. VA residencies and research fellowships, links, and open positions.
http://www.navao.org/

The College of Optometrists (United Kingdom) - Professional, scientific and examining body for optometry in the UK.
http://www.college-optometrists.org

Ohio Optometric Association - Promotes high quality optometric care, and advancement of the profession of optometry.
http://www.ooa.org

Opticians Association of America - National organization working on behalf of the independent optician. Consumer information about eyewear and choosing an optician.
http://www.oaa.org

Federation Of Ophthalmic and Dispensing Opticians, UK - Represents the business interests of registered opticians.
http://www.fodo.com