CET and professional development
About our education programme Our education programme in 2019 will continue to deliver our most valued events and conferences, along with new initiatives developed to meet the changing needs of members. For more information on the GOC requirements for 2019 and claiming CET grants, turn to page 18.
2019 CET and professional development
Peer discussion
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Legal seminars
Locum events
Our highly valued, interactive sessions return to various locations across the UK. Facilitated by experienced AOP representatives, delegates benefit from reflecting on different approaches to common clinical scenarios.
Our in-house experts facilitate informative, interactive and practical sessions, which include the opportunity to ask questions relating to your day-to-day practice.
In partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision, these events are tailored to the needs of locum practitioners across the UK and include an opportunity to discuss relevant scenarios through peer discussion and update skills in a clinical workshop environment.
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Professional development courses
Conferences
Optometry Today (OT) CET and CPD
With a minimum of 10 interactive CET points applied for, these workshops offer a valuable opportunity to develop skills and techniques to help you in your career.
Practitioners with an interest in gaining CET in the specialisms of hospital optometry or therapeutics will find our conferences an essential part of their education.
OT covers all the core competencies for optometrists and dispensing opticians through a wide range of CET articles, complemented by VRICS features and CET videos.
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For locations of all our 2019 events, turn to pages 4–5
Professional development courses added We are delighted to introduce two new courses for 2019 — Negotiation skills and Managing effective teams. These courses are designed to help you and your practice team deal with common challenges of the workplace
Professional development for your practice team If you would like support to run one of our professional development courses at your practice, we would be delighted to work with you to make this happen. For more information please email events@aop.org.uk
Legal seminars
Webinars on a range of topics We will continue to develop our range of webinars so that you can access quality CET and CPD wherever you are. For more information and to watch past webinars go to www.aop.org.uk/webinars
Our regional and national events will deliver more than 200 CET points
200+ cet points
2019 CET and professional development
The AOP’s legal team will provide guidance and support on issues that commonly arise in practice. The sessions will draw upon the expertise of our recently expanded legal team to deliver best-practice advice on the key areas of clinical negligence, regulatory issues and employment matters
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2019 events at a glance Midlands Wednesday 13 March 2019
Locum event
Birmingham
6 CET points
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Wednesday 4 September 2019
Peer discussion
Birmingham
3 CET points
Page 8
Wednesday 6 November 2019
Locum event
Nottingham
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 20 March 2019
Peer discussion
Leeds
3 CET points
Page 8
Wednesday 17 July 2019
Peer discussion
Newcastle upon Tyne 3 CET points
Page 8
Wednesday 10 July 2019
Locum event
Manchester
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 11 September 2019
Locum event
Liverpool
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 23 October 2019
Peer discussion
Manchester
3 CET points
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Wednesday 6 March 2019
Legal seminar
Belfast
4 CET points
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Sat 9–Sun 10 November 2019
Hospital Optometrists Annual Conference
Belfast
12+ CET points
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Wednesday 1 May 2019
Locum event
Edinburgh
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 18 September 2019
Legal seminar
Glasgow
4 CET points
Page 9
Sat 12–Mon 14 January 2019
100% Optical
London
Various CET points Page 6
Sunday 13 January 2019
AOP Awards ceremony and dinner
London
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Wednesday 27 March 2019
Negotiation skills
London
15 CET points
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Wednesday 3 April 2019
Locum event
Southampton
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 10 April 2019
Peer discussion
London
3 CET points
Page 8
Sunday 12 May 2019
Managing effective teams
London
15 CET points
Page 13
Wednesday 5 June 2019
Locum event
London
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 19 June 2019
Legal seminar
London
4 CET points
Page 9
Sun 22–Mon 23 September 2019
Therapeutics London
London
16+ CET points
Page 14
Wednesday 25 September 2019
Mastering workplace communication
London
15 CET points
Page 13
Sunday 24 November 2019
Developing and using confident behaviour
London
15 CET points
Page 13
Wednesday 4 December 2019
Locum event
London
6 CET points
Page 10
Wednesday 11 December 2019
Peer discussion
London
3 CET points
Page 8
Wednesday 12 June 2019
Peer discussion
Bristol
3 CET points
Page 8
Wednesday 2 October 2019
Locum event
Exeter
6 CET points
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Wednesday 27 February 2019
Locum event
Cardiff
6 CET points
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Wednesday 20 November 2019
Legal seminar
Swansea
4 CET points
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North East
North West
Northern Ireland
Scotland
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South East
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South West
Wales
KEY ■ Legal seminars ■ Peer discussion roadshows ■ Professional development courses ■ Conferences ■ Other CET events
Locations for the first year of the 2019–2021 CET cycle Over the three-year cycle we aim to visit a range of locations across the UK, alongside our new in-practice professional development courses, online CET and webinars.
Scotland
Northern Ireland North East North West
Midlands
South West
South East
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Wales
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12-14 JANUARY 2019 EXCEL LONDON
As the official 100% Optical education and media partner, we will once again deliver a world-class CET and CPD programme at the three-day show, celebrating its sixth year in 2019. Multiple streams of education and a wealth of CET points will be on offer, with seminars from leading experts, workshops and interactive sessions.
Delegates will benefit from:
2019 CET and professional development
11 A forward-thinking event, which continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of the practitioner
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11 Clinical skills across a broad range of competencies
At 100% Optical 2019
11 Practical skills through demonstration and workshops
Join us for an evening of celebrating excellence and outstanding contributions in the profession. Book a place for yourself or a table for your team. Tickets include a three-course dinner, drinks and entertainment.
11 A comprehensive programme of education for optical support staff
A good variety of topics covered in the lectures AOP member
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Members will have exclusive access to content and legal support on the AOP stand
Exclusive to AOP members at 100% Optical 11 Multiple peer discussions on a range of topics across all three days
11 Dedicated education and networking sessions for locum practitioners on Sunday 13 January
11 Member-only sessions
11 Tailored sessions to support newly-qualified optometrists
11 One-to-one legal, employment and regulatory advice
11 Member-only lounge with refreshments
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2019 CET and professional development
2019 sessions include:
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Peer discussion Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Format
• AOP members – free • Non-members – £95
Interactive
Target groups O, DO
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Time
CET points
6.15pm–9pm
applied for
Peer discussion is a great way to share ideas and reflect on different approaches. You will be presented with a range of new cases, clinical scenarios and ethical dilemmas to discuss in small groups with your peers.
Date and locations Leeds, Wednesday 20 March 2019 London, Wednesday 10 April 2019 Bristol, Wednesday 12 June 2019 2019 CET and professional development
Newcastle upon Tyne, Wednesday 17 July 2019
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Birmingham, Wednesday 4 September 2019 Manchester, Wednesday 23 October 2019 London, Wednesday 11 December 2019
It gave a collaborative perspective on very relevant cases and issues Jatindel Singh AOP member
new for 2019 Bookings will only be taken for these events a maximum of six months in advance. Find out more and book all AOP events online at www.aop.org.uk/events
Legal seminars Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Format
• AOP members – free • Non-members – £95
Interactive
Target groups O
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Time
CET points
6pm–9.15pm
applied for
In a new format for 2019, these seminars will provide members with an opportunity to meet the AOP’s clinical and legal experts and gain a unique insight into how best to manage the many different risks associated with optometric practice. With each seminar being a combination of sessions on clinical negligence and either employment matters or regulatory issues, these seminars are designed to provide the support and guidance needed to help protect yourself, your practice and your patients.
Dates and locations Clinical negligence and regulatory issues
Clinical negligence and employment matters
Belfast, Wednesday 6 March 2019
London, Wednesday 19 June 2019
Glasgow, Wednesday 18 September 2019
Swansea, Wednesday 20 November 2019
Ella Franci AOP Legal and Regulatory Director
new for 2019 Bookings will only be taken for these events a maximum of six months in advance. Find out more and book all AOP events online at www.aop.org.uk/events
2019 CET and professional development
An unmissable opportunity to meet and engage with leading members of the AOP legal team
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Locum events Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Format
• AOP members – free
Interactive
Target groups
Time
O, CL
6pm–9.15pm
In partnership with
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CET points applied for
Delivered in partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision, these events are tailored to the unique needs of locum practitioners and provide the opportunity to discuss scenarios that locums commonly face, including delegating tasks and ensuring equipment is safe to use. Delegates will benefit from an interactive peer discussion, and enhance their skills with a clinical workshop with Johnson & Johnson Vision on the Secret life of tears. These events are only open to AOP members who are registered with the AOP as a locum.
2019 CET and professional development
Dates and locations
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Cardiff, Wednesday 27 February 2019
Manchester, Wednesday 10 July 2019,
Birmingham, Wednesday 13 March 2019
Liverpool, Wednesday 11 September 2019
Southampton, Wednesday 3 April 2019
Exeter, Wednesday 2 October
Edinburgh, Wednesday 1 May 2019
Nottingham, Wednesday 6 November 2019
London, Wednesday, 5 June 2019
London, Wednesday 4 December 2019
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Bookings will only be taken for these events a maximum of six months in advance. Find out more and book all AOP events online at www.aop.org.uk/events
A well-run, very informative, enjoyable evening, would definitely recommend Kirsten Ladner AOP member
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Professional development courses Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Format
• AOP member – £195 • AOP member in-house – £195 • Non member – £350
Interactive
Target groups O, DO
Location London
Time 9.30am–4.30pm
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CET points applied for
Our suite of professional development courses are designed to consolidate skills in a range of key areas. The full-day courses allow practitioners to learn effectively through small group workshops led by experts in the field.
2019 CET and professional development
Due to their popularity, in 2019 we are expanding to include two new courses, taking place at our office in London, and will also offer the courses as in-practice training for the whole team.
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If you are interested in running any of our professional development courses in-house at your practice, please contact events@aop.org.uk
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A refreshing day of discussion to transform your listening and communication skills. Excellent, inspiring and challenging Bridget Comiskey AOP Member
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Mastering workplace communication
London, Wednesday 27 March 2019
London, Wednesday 25 September 2019
Delegates will develop their ability to negotiate effectively and relate these skills to commonplace scenarios in everyday practice. Working in small groups, the facilitator will use evidence-based models to hone the practitioner’s approach in this important area of professional development.
This workshop will help delegates to understand the essential elements of effective communication in the workplace. Delegates will discuss common scenarios, understand how communication styles differ, and how communication can impact on team dynamics.
Managing effective teams
London, Sunday 24 November 2019
London, Sunday 12 May 2019
The ability to manage teams effectively alongside the day-to-day clinical responsibilities can be challenging for practitioners. Through a series of small group workshops, delegates will identify common issues and apply tried and tested methods to improve their approach to team management.
Developing and using confident behaviour Using common workplace scenarios as a basis for discussion, this workshop will introduce delegates to some tried and tested assertiveness and influencing techniques to help them balance their own needs in the workplace, with those of their patients and fellow practitioners.
2019 CET and professional development
Negotiation skills
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Therapeutics London Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Format
• AOP members – £315 • Non-members – £375
Interactive
Target groups
London, 22–23 September 2019
Date and location
O, TO
Delegates will experience: 11 Engaging keynote speakers 2019 CET and professional development
CET points applied for
This event will focus on the specialist area of therapeutics covering all competencies required for IP-qualified optometrists alongside a specialist peer discussion session. The two-day event will also have general interactive CET points and will be of particular interest to practitioners contemplating or currently undertaking the therapeutics qualification, in addition to those delivering enhanced optical services.
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11 A range of hands-on skills workshops 11 CET across all therapeutics competencies including specialist peer discussion 11 Therapeutic management of a range of ocular diseases
Practical sessions and case discussions gave me different views and ways of prescribing AOP member
11 An opportunity to network with like-minded optometrists
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Find out more and book all AOP events online at www.aop.org.uk/events
Hospital Optometrists Annual Conference Cost (inclusive of VAT)
Target groups
• AOP member residential – £345* • AOP member non-residential – £200 • Non member residential – £395* • Non member non-residential – £245
O, TO
* Includes two nights’ (Friday/Saturday) accommodation.
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Format
Interactive
CET points
Date and location Belfast, 9–10 November 2019
applied for
A well-established clinical conference which all optometrists are welcome to attend. This event is organised by the AOP Hospital Optometrists Committee. It focuses on challenges faced and managed in the hospital service, while providing extensively for the education needs of all practitioners.
Delegates can participate in:
HOAC is a brilliant showcase of modern hospital optometry book now
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Thom Hamper AOP Member
2019 CET and professional development
11 Short paper presentations 11 Keynote lectures 11 Peer discussion groups (O, TO) 11 Clinical workshops 11 Poster competition 11 Trade exhibition 11 Gala dinner
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OT CET and VRICS As the official journal of the AOP, OT combines highly rated CET articles alongside in-depth science and business features, news and comment. In 2018, OT commissioned a wide range of CET articles, providing AOP members with access to competencies in all of the core areas for optometrists and dispensing opticians, with additional coverage for contact lens opticians and therapeutic optometrists.
OT’s CET articles provide essential clinical content on engaging subjects throughout the year, complemented by OT’s visual recognition and identification of clinical signs (VRICS) features. An extensive range of past articles are available in our clinical archive and are perfect for refreshing knowledge or as a study revision tool. OT will deliver comprehensive CPD content on key topics to support the practitioner and wider practice team.
2019 CET and professional development
CET articles in 2019 to meet your GOC competency requirements include:
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11 NICE guideline 82: what does it mean for practitioners?
11 Post-operative complications of cataract surgery
11 Genomic medicine for inherited retinal disorders
11 Residual function in cortical vision loss
11 Keratoconus discharge management
11 Contact lenses for presbyopia – where are we now? 11 Preparation and adaptation: how to make your practice ASD friendly 11 Visual factors and reading difficulty
Find out more at www.aop.org.uk/ot/cet
OT multimedia in 2019
11 New CET video at least every two months 11 At least six CET points per year from video CET 11 Wide range of GOC competencies covered
11 Series of short skills guides aimed at those refreshing their skills or learning new ones 11 Webinars on a range of topics
AOP MEMBER, Practising safely in unfamiliar surroundings Webinar
2019 CET and professional development
11 Points for optometrists, dispensing opticians and therapeutic optometrists
The opportunity to be able to ask questions at the end was brilliant‌ I found the opinions of my peers very interesting. I have taken several points back to my practice. More like this please
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GOC requirements 2019–2021
CET grants
With the new CET cycle starting in 2019, optometrists will need to ensure that they accrue 36 points over the next three years, covering eight core competencies.
CET grants are available annually to all optometrists who carry out GOS sight tests and have been on an ophthalmic list for at least six months of the claim year.
At least 18 points will need to be achieved by undertaking interactive activity, as well as attending a peer review or peer discussion session. Practitioners will also need to earn at least six of their CET points in each year of the cycle.
Optometrists who are on the performers list (in England) and the supplementary list (in Wales) must claim their grant through a GOS contractor. In Scotland and Northern Ireland the grants are claimed directly by each optometrist.
Therapeutic optometrists will need to complete an additional 18 points covering all specialist competencies.
The grant is paid in arrears, with each nation having their own claim period. Claims for CET undertaken in one year are usually made in the second half of the following year – but this can vary. Claim forms are available on our website, alongside our advice on making claims. Find out more at www.aop.org.uk/cet-grant
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