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Currency Activities Survey

In order to hold a certificate as a Registered Optician, opticians are required to demonstrate that they are current. A Registered Optician is considered current if they have engaged in at least 500 practice hours within the the previous 3-year period.

"Currency" means obtaining a certain amount of recent practice experience that confirms that an optician's knowledge and skills are up to date. Currency is a way to assess whether the optician will practice safely, competently, and ethically on an ongoing basis.
1.Please indicate if you are a(Required.)
2.How long have you been registered with the College of Opticians?(Required.)
3.I currently practice opticianry:(Required.)
4.Are you concerned as to whether you'll be able to meet the currency requirement (500 hours in the previous 3-year period)?
5.Are there any professional activities that you regularly undertake that are not currently recognized as practice hours, but that you believe contribute to maintaining your competence as an optician? For a full list of activities that are currently approved, please click here.(Required.)
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