The development of competency standards established objectives for optimum standards of Orthoptic practice, consistent with good clinical outcomes. A standard approach to management of Orthoptic services, education and professional development and Orthoptic practice is important to ensure delivery of quality care.

These standards and guidelines were developed with the intention that they be implemented in departments of varying size, providing different services, and which manage their Orthoptic service either independently or in complete/partial liaison with the Ophthalmology service.