Optometry Scotland launches workforce dynamics survey

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Optometry Scotland (OS) has launched a survey into workforce dynamics across the optometry sector in Scotland to help determine the changing needs of the workforce. The survey was issued to practices across the country with support from stakeholders including ABDO, AOP and FODO. 

Eilidh Thomson, vice-chair of OS, said: ‘This is a crucial piece of research which will allow us to get a real sense of what the workforce needs in the coming years and we’d urge every practice to complete the survey to help us build an accurate picture of the community optometry landscape in Scotland.’

OS noted the survey presented the opportunity for practices to share their views, particularly in light of upcoming changes to the undergraduate optometry degree and concerns over a fluctuation in supported student numbers.