Optometry Australia appoints Mark Nevin as CEO
Optometry Australia (OA) has appointed Mark Nevin as its Chief Executive Officer, following the departure of outgoing CEO, Skye Cappuccio.
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CASA and optometry
CASA (the Civil Aviation Safety Authority) and Optometry Australia have entered into a relationship to establish a network of optometrists who have the credentials to conduct eye examinations for pilots and the aviation industry. CASA aims to enhance and promote aviation safety through effective safety regulation and by encouraging industry to deliver high standards of safety. We facilitate the process by which Credentialed Optometrists (COs) can maintain their credentials on an annual basis.
Please contact national@optometry.org.au if you have inquiries regarding aviation eye examinations and optometry.
Credentialed optometrists by state
We, alongside CASA, encourage non-aviation trained optometrists to consult with credentialed optometrists in relation to the care of their patients who are in the aviation industry.
Australia
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
New Zealand
Hastings
Wellington
South Porirua
Waipukurau
Hawkes Bay
United Kingdom
London
Specialised Colour Vision Test
Some applicants will require specialised colour vision testing(e.g. Farnsworth Lantern, CAD, Optec900). A list of examiners can be found on CASA’s search function.
Feedback & Complaints
If you have feedback or concern about an optometrist, or, have a concern related to your medical application, please contact CASA.
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