The GOC welcomes expressions of interest from providers seeking to establish new optical education provision fully or partially leading to a registrable qualification in optometry, ophthalmic dispensing, therapeutic prescribing or contact lens optics.
The expression of interest should include, as a minimum:
Once a potential provider submits an expression of interest, we will provide:
Our new application process map (below) sets out the full process from expression of interest to the granting of provisional approval. Please note that new programmes may only obtain provisional approval once the GOC is satisfied that the programme meets our requirements, as set out in the Handbook.
Education providers seeking to establish a new optical education programme or qualification should contact us at education@optical.org.
Use the MyGOC area of our website to log CET points or find events in your local area
Click on the link below for more information and requirements for the 2019-21 CET cycle.