Since then, the association has broadened its sphere of activity. Realistically structured with varying national regulations in mind, the four-year program is intended as a guideline for teaching standards across Europe. The European Diploma aims to assure professional competence and quality of Eye Care on the European professional optometric circuit. The European Optometric Directory will help colleagues keep in contact with each other so encouraging exchange of views. The International Documentation Center holds the latest scientific and professional journals, research and clinical papers, educational videos and computers.
Many countries are enthusiastic to improve their training methods.
Specific intensive training courses for teaching staff according to their needs. Organisation of sabbatical schemes. Assistance with political lobbying to introduce regulation where absent and improve it where insufficient.