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ABDO welcomes Johnson & Johnson Vision as first Gold CPD Partner and exclusive 360˚ support programme launched
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) is pleased to announce Johnson & Johnson Vision as its first Gold CPD Partner (Contact Lens Opticians) – alongside the launch of an exclusively curated 360˚ support programme. Recognising the importance of the...
Mumsnet engaged by ABDO, College of Optometrists and OSA to promote children’s vision
Mumsnet, the most significant platform in the UK for parents to share concerns, ideas and information regarding their children’s wellbeing, has been engaged by ABDO, The College of Optometrists and the OSA. The biggest network for parents, the site attracts...
ABDO approved as a Registered Centre by the Chartered Management Institute
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) has approved the Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) to be a Registered Centre. ABDO previously operated as an e-centre with CMI and this change allows ABDO to consider any future management and leadership training...
SeeAbility’s Martyn Howlett wins at Optician Awards 2024
SeeAbility are delighted to announce that Senior Dispensing Optician and Dispensing Team Lead Martyn Howlett has won Dispensing Optician of the Year at the 2024 Optician Awards. The awards have been running for over 25 years and are a mainstay...
SightCare Awards shortlist announced
SightCare, the UK’s leading provider of business and networking services to independent optometrists and opticians, is excited to announce the shortlisted entries to our prestigious awards, celebrating excellence in the independent optical sector. Now in their fifth successful year, the...
ABDO National Resource Centre secures new digital sponsor
The ABDO National Resource Centre (NRC) based in Birmingham has secured a new gold digital sponsor in Eyecare Education. Eyecare Education are a GOC-approved CPD provider who offer a range of professional education services. Their CPD conferences provide optometrists and...
ABDO launches new course in paediatric eyecare
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has launched a new professional certificate in paediatric eyecare that will enable eyecare practitioners to develop advanced skills and knowledge in relation to many different aspects of paediatric eyecare, including myopia management. The...
ABDO National Resource Centre secures first digital sponsor
The ABDO National Resource Centre (NRC) based in Birmingham has secured its first digital sponsor in STEPPER EYEWEAR. The NRC is now offering digital sponsorship packages at the NRC venue, which includes a feature on the NRC website and digital...
ABDO to be featured in ITN Business ‘Global Action for Eye Health’ programme
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) is pleased to announce that on World Sight Day (10 October), we will be featuring in an ITN Business news-style programme, ‘Global Action for Eye Health’, aiming to raise awareness and drive action towards improved eye health worldwide.
ABDO announces dates for the ABDO Clinical Conference
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has announced the dates for its second clinical conference. The ABDO clinical conference will take place on Sunday 6 and Monday 7 October at the ABDO National Resource Centre, Birmingham, providing two opportunities for members to attend.
ABDO to launch new course in paediatric eyecare
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has announced plans to launch a new professional certificate in paediatric eyecare that will enable eyecare practitioners to develop advanced skills and knowledge in relation to many different aspects of paediatric eyecare, including myopia management.
Bradford College ranks in English Top 3 for Dispensing Optician Higher Education
Bradford College has ranked in the top three institutions in England offering ophthalmic dispensing (Dispensing Optician) higher education courses, according to the recently published National Student Survey (NSS).
