Licenses must be renewed every two years. Continuing education in the form of seminars, conferences, and workshops is required for license renewal. The number of hours or credits is determined by the Board. In addition, optometrists must also obtain certification in order to dispense diagnostic legend drugs used in the examination of the human eye. All states and the District of Columbia require optometrists to be licensed.
Requirements vary by state.
Many states have applicants take an additional state-sponsored exam. In most states optometrists must take continuing education classes in order to remain licensed. For more information about licensing, contact your state Board of Optometry.