Welcome to the US Orthoptic Community
This website connects you to the American Association of Certified Orthoptists (AACO), our membership organization and the American Orthoptic Council® (AOC®), the certifying body for the orthoptic profession. Find information on; the role of an orthoptist, the conditions we treat, how to become an orthoptist, current CE opportunities and much more.
The Day in the life
What is an Orthoptist?
Follow the link to view a short introductory video
Patient resources
Which eye conditions does an orthoptist see?
AACO is pleased to provide informational resources on some conditions we commonly see. It is not intended to be a substitute for appropriate medical care from a physician or other licensed/certified health care professional.
Intrigued by a challenging career?
Become an Orthoptist
An orthoptist is an allied healthcare professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to eye movements, binocular vision, and visual function. They work with patients of all ages, in academic, hospital and private clinic settings
becoming an orthoptist
Orthoptic Training Programs in the USA
There are currently 17 programs accepting students in the USA. Training is a full-time 24 month post-graduate clinical program
American association of certified orthoptists
Members
The American Association of Certified Orthoptists (AACO) is the membership organization for Certified Orthoptists in the United States.
Orthoptist's role as
Physician Extenders
Orthoptists enhance the patient experience, increase practice revenue and improve patient outcomes. Experts in diagnosing complex strabismus and other binocular visual disorders, orthoptists manage amblyopia and patients requiring prism.
Career Center
Job Opportunities
Looking for a job in the USA? Have a vacancy for an orthoptic position? Follow the link to visit our career center for details.
American Orthoptic Council®
Certification
The American Orthoptic Council (AOC) is the certifying body in the United States that sets the professional standards for the profession of Orthoptics and their training programs.
