On the learning curve

The rich tapestry of optics means there are routes into work at every level. Some of the most fulfilling and diverse roles can be found in the front of a practice or behind the scenes in an ophthalmic lab making sure that patients’ lenses are as good as they can be.

Age is not a barrier either, as one of the case studies, Charlie Marshall shows. At 41, she made the move into optics at a relatively late stage in her career, but is over the moon with the decision she has made.

Corey Duncan and Ellie Lamb are entering optics at the beginning of their careers, but are equally enthused by what lies ahead of them and the opportunities that may come.