How to Become an Optometrist If you're interested the eye and
have a strong interest in a career in medicine, then you might
like to become an optometrist. An optometrist diagnoses and
treats diseases and disorders of the eye. They also prescribe
corrective glasses and contact lenses as a part of treatment. A
qualified optometrist is a doctor of optometry, sometimes
shortened to OD. This is a great qualification to have, as the
population ages it's expected that there will be an increase in
demand for the services of optometrists. Education Requirements
to Become an Optometrist If you're a high school student and
would like to become an optometrist, you should concentrate on
getting good grades in all your subjects, especially math,
biology, and the other sciences. You'll need to complete at
least three year of pre-optometry education at an accredited
college. Most students complete an undergraduate bachelors
degree. After this you will be able to apply to optometry
school. Competition is high, and only one i