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The American Board of Optometry launches the Continuous Assessment Program or CAP.
CAP Wrap Up
With a 73% preliminary pass rate, our first CAP assessment, Systemic Health expired on May 1.
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Ametropia/Ophthalmic Optics CAP Assessment Due
The final CAP assessment of 2019, Ametropia/Ophthalmic Optics, must be completed by December 31, 2019 at 11:50 pm.
Exam Dates
Registered candidates will take the exam at their registered location.
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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.
