International Grads

[abbie]

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Hello all international grads,

If there are any optometry foreign grads here who have taken the 3 parts exams, please kindly share some info regarding getting licensed. All I know, is that one needs to pass the exams and thats all. But if you have any other information regarding training pls share..do we need to go through some internship and residency? I am sure it will help a lot of other int'l grads too.

 

[jefguth]

Hello all international grads,

If there are any optometry foreign grads here who have taken the 3 parts exams, please kindly share some info regarding getting licensed. All I know, is that one needs to pass the exams and thats all. But if you have any other information regarding training pls share..do we need to go through some internship and residency? I am sure it will help a lot of other int'l grads too.

Requirements will vary by state. Some states have language written that states one must be graduate of an ASCO accredited institution, or one must hold an OD degree.

 

[abbie]

Requirements will vary by state. Some states have language written that states one must be graduate of an ASCO accredited institution, or one must hold an OD degree.

Thanks for your response, yes, absolutely these two requirements are necessary (OD degree holder and graduate of ASCO accredited inst. for locally trained), but aside from taking and passing the 3 part exams, what else? and what training program can you get into to prepare you for the practicals....if there is any international grads who have gone through these process and has been successful, please kindly share some insights..

 

[jefguth]

Thanks for your response, yes, absolutely these two requirements are necessary (OD degree holder and graduate of ASCO accredited inst. for locally trained), but aside from taking and passing the 3 part exams, what else? and what training program can you get into to prepare you for the practicals....if there is any international grads who have gone through these process and has been successful, please kindly share some insights..

I don't know of any additional training available in the USA. However, there is a "bridging program" in Canada at the University of Waterloo. Honestly, the practicals should be the least of your worries.

 

[carmello]

Hi,
I'm currently studying at University of Toronto, and I'm thinking of going to Australia or the U.K. to study Optometry. From my research it appears that these international schools only offer a Bachelor of Optometry (and Masters) instead of O.D.. Would that pose a problem if I wish to come back to Toronto to practice?
Also, I've contacted Waterloo to ask questions about the bridging program. They told me that it doesn't matter which university I attend, they only assess you based on individual knowledge and it's through the assessment will they put you in the correct bridging program. Can you give me any insight as to what is necessary to be accepted into the bridging program? Is it difficult to be accepted? What are potential problems I may face coming back to Canada?
Lastly, does anybody know which international schools are the best and most reputable in Canada?
I'm so sorry for the lengthy questions. It's really difficult to find international
optometry students.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated!