Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Board of Optometry
Chapter 762 - Practice of Optometrists
Rule 481-762.6 - Education and Training Approval
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024
(1) The board will not approve the use of injections other than to counteract an anaphylactic reaction unless the licensed optometrist demonstrates to the board sufficient educational or clinical training from a college or university accredited by a regional or professional accreditation organization that is recognized or approved by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or by the United States Department of Education, or clinical training equivalent to clinical training offered by such an institution.
(2) A licensed optometrist who completes the requirements of rule 481-762.7(154) is deemed approved by the board for use of injectables as outlined in this chapter.