Why are skills needed to become an optometrist?

Optometrists typically complete four years of college, then four more years of specialized study relating to eye-care, vision, and the overall visual systems. Such topics as Anatomy, Physiology, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Neurology, and other similar subjects would be part of the Optometrist's studies.

Optometrists must be detail-oriented, well-organized, personable, and approachable, since much of their work is viewing and evaluating very fine details, and working in close proximity to patients and clients.