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:: May 16, 2012
Scores for the April 2012 Part II PAM and TMOD examinations are now available.
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::May 9, 2012
Scores for the March 2012 Part I ABS examination are now available.
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::May 7, 2012
Scores for the March 2012 Part III (CSE) and ISE examinations are now available.
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::March 20, 2012
The NBEO has added the ability for candidates to update online their requests for states to receive Official Score Reports (OSR)!
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::March 20, 2012
Registration for the August 2012 Part I (ABS) examination is now available.
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::February 24, 2012
TestPoints Newsletter Winter 2012 is now available.
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::February 15, 2012
Part III (CSE) registration for entering 4th year students is now available.
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::January 17, 2012
Registration for the stand-alone Injections Skill (ISE) examination is now available.
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::January 5, 2012
The American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry (ABCMO) uses the passing of ACMO in its Board Certification process.
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::December 13, 2011
Registration for the June 2012 ACMO examination is now available.
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::September 6, 2011
CSE Candidate Guide, ISE Candidate Guide, and the Sample Patient Data Form have been updated with minor changes.
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::August 10, 2011
NCCTO Equipment List Update:
After further testing with the Volk 20D Lens and the Volk Digital Clear Field Lens, it was found that both lenses provide equal images for Video Taping on BIO. Therefore, you will have the option of using either lens.
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::July 18, 2011
April 2011-July 2012 CSE and ISE Evaluation Forms and updated Candidate Guides are now available.
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- Where should I stay in Charlotte?
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| Hotel information can be found HERE. |
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- How can I get to the testing site?
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Transportation information is available HERE.
For information on getting to the NCCTO (located in the BB&T building) click HERE. |
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- I am a current student, when can i take the Clinical Skills Exam (CSE)?
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| Once registration opens (usually February 15th), students that will be in their final year (as verified by individual school) may register to take the CSE exam beginning on August 1st or thereafter. No candidate will be permitted to take the CSE exam more than once per calendar month. Please review eligibility by clicking HERE. |
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- If I previously failed the CSE examination at a different site and retake the exam in Charlotte at the NCCTO, will I have to use the new evaluation forms?
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| The CSE being administered at NCCTO in Charlotte will be using different evaluation forms and a different Candidate Guide. Click here for the August 2011 - July 2012 CSE Candidate Guide and August 2011-July 2012 ISE Candidate Guide (updated Sept. 6, 2011). All candidates taking the exam at NCCTO August 2011-July 2012 will be tested according to these new evaluation forms and Candidate Guide. The new evaluation forms are available to view by clicking HERE. You can also review the updated exam content by clicking HERE. |
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- I am a sponsored candidate. Am I still required to pass Parts I and II before taking Part III?
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| Yes. Sponsored candidates still must pass Parts I and II before taking Part III. Please review eligibility by clicking HERE. |
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- I am a current student. Do I have to pass Parts I and II before taking Part III?
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| No. Graduates and current students of an accredited institution do not have to take the examinations in order so you can take Part III before taking Part II. Please review eligibility by clicking HERE. |
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- When are Part III scores released?
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| A candidate taking an exam any time in September will be able to view his/her scores no later than Friday of the first week in November and so on…. |
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| Although candidates will be able to view their scores online within a couple months of taking Part III, the state board will not have access to scores until after verification of graduation, completion of Part III, and board approval. The state board score report is a cumulative score report (i.e., Part I, Part II, Part III, TMOD, Injections). |
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- What equipment will the NCCTO be using?
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Click HERE to view the equipment list & room photos. All necessary equipment will be provided by NCCTO. Candidates should not bring any equipment. The only exception is that a candidate may bring his/her own retinoscope to use in lieu of the one provided by NCCTO. (Check airlines' rules regarding security restrictions).
Additionally, Candidates are required to bring and wear white lab coats during their time at the NCCTO. |
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- I'm not familiar with the lenses listed on the equipment list. How do they compare to more commonly used lenses?
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Candidates must use the NCCTO provided gonio lenses:- Volk Digital Wide Field Lens equivalent to a 90D
- Volk VDGTL1 Digital High Mag Imaging Lens equivalent to a 78D
- Volk Digital Clear Field Lens equivalent to a 2.2X
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- Can I tour the NCCTO so I can familiarize myself with the testing rooms and equipment?
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| No. The NBEO and NCCTO are not accessible to any candidate. The only exception is on test day. Candidates may arrive at the NCCTO 15 minutes prior to their scheduled appointment/report time. Each candidate will have access to the equipment during the Candidate Orientation. Additionally, the NCCTO has posted a facility video of the exam rooms, equipment, orientation room, etc. to provide candidates additional familiarity with the testing environment. |
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- When is the orientation and how long can I expect to be at NCCTO on test day?
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| Candidates must report to the site no later than the date and time for which they registered online. To review your scheduled report/appointment date and time, please click HERE. This report time includes check-in and orientation. Check-in and orientation at NCCTO will begin shortly after the report time. Orientation will last 30-45 minutes. Candidates can expect to be completed with their examination 4 hours from the report time. |
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- Why is the exam videotaped?
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| Videotaping will allow staff to review potential incidents and also permit for double scoring. Some stations will be scored remotely by an examiner. |
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- I have already registered for the CSE in Charlotte but need to change my testing day. How can I do that?
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| For the Part III exam, candidate capacity is limited by the availability of exam slots for any given day. Therefore, candidates are encouraged to apply early but if you need to change your testing day, you can do so up to 30 days prior to the examination without penalty. In order to change your testing day, please click HERE. |
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- What if I have a last minute emergency and can’t make the day of my exam?
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| You will need to call 800-969-Exam and press option 2, then leave a voice mail. In addition, please send us an email to NCCTO@optometry.org. |
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- What happens if I have to reschedule and it is LESS than 30 days prior to my exam date?
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| You will need to go to the Appeals page at: http://www.optometry.org/appeals.cfm, click on the "Online Appeals" link, enter your Username and Password, go to Page 3, Appeal, and choose "Reschedule for Part III (CSE)." Then you must submit your online payment information. |
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- How long is the appeal process?
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| The appeal process can take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks. |
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- If I appeal my failed CSE score and want to sign-up to take the exam, can I do so before the appeal results are in?
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| Yes. However, it is recommended that you select a testing date that will allow enough time for you to receive a decision on your appeal. If you re-take CSE before a decision has been made on your appeal, you will forfeit the appeal fee and waive your rights to continue in the appeal process (i.e., the NBEO will terminate your appeal the day you retake the examination). This means that both scores will be reported on your official score report. As a reminder, the appeal process can take 4 to 6 weeks. |
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