Welcome to our Orthoptic Community
This website will connect 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.
American association of certified orthoptists
Member Benefits
Learn about the AACO and how we support the profession by providing continuing education opportunities, advising on clinical practice in the USA and posting employment opportunities for Certified Orthoptists®
American Orthoptic Council®
Certification Information
The AOC® is the certifying body for orthoptists in the USA. Establishes and monitors standards for the education of orthoptists and offers information on how to become a Certified Orthoptist® in the USA. Verifies the certification of orthoptists in the USA.
American Association of Certified Orthoptists
Patients and Public
Learn about the role of an orthoptist, explore common conditions we diagnose and treat, or discover how to become a certified orthoptist through an accredited orthoptic training programs.
