Value proposition

Promoting the profession, protecting the professional

The Association of Optometrists (AOP) is the voice of the optical profession, representing over 80% of practising optometrists.

We work for our student and qualified members; promoting the profession, protecting current and future qualified professionals, and championing eye health across the UK.

The impact optometrists make on eye health every day is profound; caring for the UK’s vision, and detecting health conditions and disease at preventative stage.

We provide educational resources for members whatever their career path, and shape the future of eye care for patients with our policy and external affairs work.



Optometry , Insurance, Employment law advice, Regulatory advice , Clinical advice, and Optics