Florida Board of Optometry

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Background Screening

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New Background Screening Requirements Now Effective

New Background Screening Requirements Now Effective

Cleared to Care Launches July 1!

Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Scammers are targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating MQA. Be aware of fake emails, spoofed websites, and phone calls demanding payment or personal info. Learn How to Report a Scam.

Are You Cleared to Care?

Are You Cleared to Care?

Watch this webinar to guide you through background screening requirements.

The Third Quarter Performance Report is Out!

The Third Quarter Performance Report is Out!

Informing Boards, Councils, and Stakeholders on Key Licensure, Enforcement, and Information Performance and Activities

Become a Volunteer

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.

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View Our Full Calendar of Upcoming Meetings

The Florida Board of Optometry meets periodically throughout the year. The full board meetings include disciplinary cases, licensure approvals, correspondence items, committee reports, policy discussion items and other necessary board action. All full board meetings commence at 9:00 am on Friday unless otherwise noted.

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Fri 24

Date:
October 24, 2025 09:00 AM

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Locate board approved CE Courses for your profession.

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E-Licensing

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Background Screening

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