Commission on Paraoptometric Certification

02/11/2026

There is still time to submit a nomination for any of the paraoptometric awards. The deadline has been extended until Friday, February 27.

The nomination window for the Paraoptometric Awards is closing soon — don’t miss your chance to recognize an outstanding paraoptometric! ✨

Help us celebrate excellence in one of these categories:
🏅 Paraoptometric of the Year
🤝 Community Service Award
🌟 Lifetime Achievement Award

Know someone who deserves the spotlight? Nominate them now before time runs out! 💙👏

https://www.aoa.org/aoa-annual-awards/paraoptometric-awards

02/04/2026

Nominations for this award are open!

01/27/2026

Nominations for the Paraoptometric Awards are being accepted. Including the Community Service Award.

01/22/2026

01/16/2026

The 2026 Paraoptometric Awards nominations are OPEN through February 20th.

https://www.aoa.org/aoa-annual-awards/paraoptometric-awards

Help us recognize outstanding paraoptometrics in one of three award categories:
Paraoptometric of the Year
Community Service Award
Lifetime Achievement Award

Paraoptometric Awards

01/16/2026

Nominations for these awards are open through February 20.

✨ Nominations are now OPEN for the Paraoptometric Awards! ✨
Help us recognize outstanding paraoptometrics in one of three award categories:
🏅 Paraoptometric of the Year
🤝 Community Service Award
🌟 Lifetime Achievement Award
https://www.aoa.org/aoa-annual-awards/paraoptometric-awards

09/11/2025

ST. LOUIS, Mo.—The American Optometric Association (AOA) has designated September as Paraoptometric Appreciation Month, the organization announced, marking a formal observance dedicated to recognizing optometric practice staff.

09/09/2025

Congratulations!

09/03/2025

It’s AOA Paraoptometric Appreciation Month! Throughout September, take the time to acknowledge your staff's contributions by expressing your appreciation on social media with the hashtag
The winner of week 1 will be announced Sept. 8th!