Asda Opticians steps up with pre-reg & DO programmes

Asda Opticians has started accepting applications for its first pre-registration optometrist programme with vacancies available for 2025-2026. 

The supermarket-based multiple offered the scheme in partnership with Optom Academy, who Asda Opticians said added a wealth of experience to providing training and education. 

Pre-reg students will work alongside professionally trained optometrist supervisors, who will mentor and guide them through their qualification, as well receiving support from a team of in-practice colleagues and managers. 

Kristy Jackson, optical professional development manager at Asda Opticians, told Optician: ‘This pre-registration programme is the latest branch of Asda’s professional development programme with Level 6 Dispensing Optician apprenticeship and Contact Lens Diploma cohorts starting their courses this summer.