Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 430 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS IN OPTOMETRY
Chapter 430-9 - CERTIFICATION FOR USE OF DIAGNOSTIC AGENTS
Rule 430-9-.01 - Educational Requirements
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) Graduates Within 5 Years (1975 And Later). Certification from a school of Optometry that the doctor of optometry is educationally qualified to use agents for diagnostic purposes. Eight (8) quarter hours or 96 Board approved clock hours shall be the minimum requirement.
(2) Graduates From 1974 And Earlier. A minimum of 96 clock hours of Board approved education must be taken subsequent to graduation in pharmacology specifically related to topical application to the eye of pharmaceutical agents for diagnostic purposes. This education is to be approved only for pharmaceutical certification.
O.C.G.A. 43-30-1, 43-30-5, 43-30-9.