Optometrist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Optometrists treat vision problems. They treat vision problems by diagnosing the problem and then prescribing corrective eyeglasses, contact lenses, or vision therapy. Unlike ophthalmologist they are not physicians and may not write medical prescriptions, treat diseases, or perform surgery.

Average Salary: $78,000

Education:

If some of you guys are interested in becoming an Optometrist you need to take (AP or IB) classes in math, science, and English. Optometry school is four years in length. Before taking optometry school you at least have to have two tears of college. After being awarded the degree of doctor of Optometry, optometrist must pass state exams before starting to practice.