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Introducing the CAQ!
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
Dr. Catherine Hines, Director of Education and Assessment, Announces Retirement
Cathy Hines, OD, joined ABO in 2014 as a consultant for exam development after serving for five years as the Director of Clinical Examinations for the Nation Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO).
Third Annual Learning Through Clinical Care Student Case Challenge
ABO is excited to announce our third annual Learning Through Clinical Care student case challenge, open to all third- and fourth-year optometry students. The submission window will open on June 15th at Optometry’s Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, and close on August 31st.
ABO and Harrow, Inc. Collaborate to Deliver Continuing Education
Join ABO on Tuesday, May 12th, from 7 pm- 8 pm CT for Shifting the Paradigm with VEVYE®, a special webinar event hosted in collaboration with Harrow, Inc., featuring Steven Sorkin, OD.
Upcoming Events
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Annual Board of Directors Meeting
Optometry’s Meeting
Webinar: The Updated Lab Work Primer
BOARD CERTIFICATION BENEFITS, FAQs, & MORE
Considering certification? Get started here.
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.
