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ABO is pleased to offer the Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) credential to Diplomates who demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise, and who provide patient care with emphasis on, and commitment to, these focused areas of optometry.
Recent News
Annual Meeting Focuses on the Future
On June 18, 2024, the American Board of Optometry (ABO) Board of Directors met in Nashville, Tennessee to discuss the current state of operations and set priorities for the upcoming year. The primary focus of the day-long meeting centered around two topics, the current state of ABO’s board certification program and the future of board certification in optometry.
Dr. David A. HEath Receives First Visionaries for Volunteer Service Award
At the annual Board of Directors meeting on June 18 in Nashville, Tennessee, ABO presented Dr. David A. Heath with the first annual Visionaries for Volunteer Service Award.
Meet The Winners of Our First Annual Student Case Challenge
The winners of ABO's Learning Through Clinical Care Student Case Challenge were announced on June 18 in Nashville, Tennessee at Optometry's Meeting. Congratulations to the following students! Jennetta Dao, first place (not pictured); Riley Parker, second place; Logan Oostdyk, honorable mention
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BOARD CERTIFICATION BENEFITS, FAQs, & MORE
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Why should I become Board Certified?
By going through the voluntary process of becoming Board Certified, our Diplomates demonstrate competence beyond entry level.
How do I get started becoming an American Board of Optometry Diplomate?
Applying to become an Active Candidate is the first step. Click the start certification button below, and complete all four pages of the application. This will initiate the verification process.
What should I know about the exam process?
Looking for cost information, dates, registered testing centers, or questions about the exam in general? Start here.
