| Q: | Does Florida reciprocate with other states? | ||
| A: | No, Florida offers licensure by examination only. | ||
| Q: | How often is the examination given? | ||
| A: | Once a year; in July. | ||
| Q: | How often is the computer-based portion of the examination given? | ||
| A: | Continuous, upon your application being certified by the Board. | ||
| Q: | What is the deadline to apply? | ||
| A: | Please visit http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/optometry/op_lic_req.html for deadline dates. | ||
| Q: | What are the requirements to apply for licensure? | ||
| A: | View Licensure Requirements | ||
| Q: | How can I update my address? | ||
| A: | You may update your address using online services. We can also accept changes by the following:Email: MQA_Optometry@doh.state.fl.usInclude you name, old address and new address. | ||
| Q: | What are the fees for licensure? | ||
| A: | www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/optometry/op_fees.html | ||
| Q: | Will I be required to complete continuing education during the initial biennium? | ||
| A: | Yes. The initial biennium in which you are licensed, you will be required to complete 2 hours of Prevention of Medical Errors and 1 hour of HIV/AIDS. See CE Requirements. | ||
| Q: | How can I register for the Computer-based part of the exam given by Prometrics? | ||
| A: | You will not be able to register with Prometrics until you have received the Candidate Information Packet from Practitioner Reporting and Examination Services Unit (PRES). You may visit our examination pages at http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/Exam/index.htm or contact PRES at by telephone at (850) 245-4252 for information regarding the administration of the exam. The Board Office cannot give any information regarding the exam. | ||
| MISSION: | To protect and promote the health of all residents and visitors in the state through organized state |
| and community efforts, including cooperative agreements with counties. | |
| VISION: | A healthier future for the people of Florida. |
| PURPOSE: | To protect the public through health care licensure, enforcement and information. |
| FOCUS: | To be the nation's leader in quality health care regulation. |
| VALUES: | Integrity, Commitment, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, & Empowerment. |
