Optometry Path (OD)
The Doctor of Optometry is a 4-year program that concentrates mainly on the function and pathology of the eye and eye-associated structures. Some programs have graduate and residency programs for students who want to delve deeper into this field. Many OD’s have individual practices, so a background in business is always helpful. OD programs require applicants to complete a standardized exam: OAT—Optometry Admission Test.
Required Courses
Most optometry programs require:
- General Biology I & II
- Human Anatomy and Human Physiology
- General Chemistry I & II
- Organic Chemistry I & II
- General Physics I & II
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology for Biology Majors
- Calculus
- Introduction to Psychology
Recommended Courses
Many recommend:
- One year of math
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
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