RBC+AOE Strategic Partnership
RBC’s partnership with the Academy of Ophthalmic Education (AOE) reflects our commitment to supporting this vital field.
Education, programs and events for Optometrists.
Education for Opticians, Optical Assistants
Exihibitors, sponsors and attendees.
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We've picked some of our events, programs and updates that we think you'd like to know about!
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Events at a Glance
Detailed descriptions of events is below this section.
Upcoming Events
Join us for one of our upcoming conferences, vacations, webinars or trade shows.
Optometrists
Update on Glaucoma 2025
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds
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Update on Retina 2025
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Optometrist's Interactive Webinar - Neuro-Optometry
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds: Myopia
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Optometrist's Interactive Webinar
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Update on Dry Eye 2025
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds: Autoimmune Diseases
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Optometrist's Interactive Webinar
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds: Cataract/Refractive Co-Management
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Optometrist's Interactive Webinar
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Masterclass Series in Optometry - Interactive Grand Rounds
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Opticians & Optical Assistants
Optician's Interactive Webinar
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Masterclass in Opticianry - Interactive Webinar
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Optician's Interactive Webinar
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Masterclass in Opticianry - Interactive Webinar
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Optician's Interactive Webinar
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Optician's Interactive Webinar
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Network with 700+ eye care professionals including optometrists, opticians, optometric/ophthalmic assistants and sales and support staff.
On-Demand
Our platform allows you to watch pre-recorded videos at your convenience, take a short quiz at the end of each video and instantly receive a certificate of completion. If you’re an optometrist with an OE Tracker account, we’ll submit your hours to ARBO for you. Try it for FREE!
Students in Eye Care
AOE has a long history of supporting students in Optometry, Opticianry and related eye care fields. This ranges from fundraising and financial support to FREE access to education, webinars, trade shows and our on-demand platform.
What makes us different
World-Renowned Speakers
We bring the best of eye care speakers from Canada, USA and across the entire world.
Luxury Vacation Education
From tropical destinations to Mediterranean cruises, There's no better way to learn and play.
Hands-On Workshops
From fixing screws in frames to treating OSD or learning VT, everyone loves our workshops.
29+ Years of Experience
We are a wealth of knowledge, driven by our unwavering commitment to eye care education.
Trade Shows
Running alongside our seminars, they make the breaks and lunch much more enjoyable.
Webinars and On-Demand
Can't travel? Our interactive webinars and massive on-demand library are second to none.
What others say about us
We are so very humbled to have such distinguished individuals share their comments about us. We are never done learning and appreciate all your thoughts and feedback.
“Through it's continuing education seminars and fundraising initiatives, the AOE is contributing to excellence in the field and helping make progress toward the goal of eradicating blindness around the world.”
“Twenty-five of dedication to providing eye-health professionals with opportunities to hone their skills, build their networks, and stay informed about developments in their area of expertise.”
“It is my pleasure to write you this letter acknowledging the value of the educational programs that you offer to our students and our faculty. Your organization had been providing access to many hours of high quality education, and to renowned experts in their field.”
“Having lectured at over 1,000 continuing education conferences over the past 30 years, let us share with you that your conference was the most organized and managed as any we have ever participated. It is so rewarding to us to see our profession prosper, and your conferences seem to amplify this growth.”