In conjunction with:
Developed for those aspiring or current managers in an ophthalmic practice wishing to move into practice management and/or increase their practice management skills and knowledge, participants should meet the following eligibility criteria*:
- Approved or recommended by practice management
- At least 1 year of employment in ophthalmology and currently employed in an ophthalmology practice, OR
1 year of managerial experience (can be in conjunction w/ ophthalmic experience referenced above) - Motivated to learn the broader business of ophthalmology to enhance future career path
- HS diploma or equivalent
*ASOA membership is required (if the participant is employed at a practice with at least one Essential or Premier member, the participant can request an ASOA Associate membership)
Pricing (ASOA Members)
ASOA members can register practice employees at $1,295. Note, eligible participants who are not current ASOA members, but at a practice with a Premier or Essential member will need approval from that sponsor in order to be accepted to this program. If the participant in that practice is not an active ASOA member, an Associate membership can be established for that employee prior to acceptance into the LEAD Certificate Program. There is a limit of 4 registrants per practice.
Pricing (ASOA Non-Members)
Interested participants who are not ASOA members and do not have a Premier or Essential member within their practice will need to purchase an ASOA membership before being approved for the LEAD Certificate Program. After ASOA membership is established, they will be eligible for the ASOA member rate of $1,295.
Cancellations will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee.
The 2025-2026 class will begin enrolling in Summer of 2025. Please contact [email protected] to be put on the waitlist.
LEAD Certificate Program: Participant Expectations
Congratulations on considering this step to invest in yourself, your practice, and your career! The LEAD Certificate Program is expertly curated to give you the tools you’ll need to be successful and help you advance your knowledge. This program is highly collaborative and interactive, including self-paced assignments as well as monthly live, virtual sessions. Participants in this program are expected to understand and commit to the following expectations:
- Participation is a 6 month commitment.
- Attendance at each live, virtual session (held monthly) is mandatory.
- Attendees are expected to be active participants in all sessions, including discussions and polling
- Attendees must complete all pre-work assignments, prerecorded content viewing, post-session homework, and assessments during the program. All program assignments must be completed in order to earn the program completion certificate.
LEAD Certificate Program details:
Module 1: Organizational Purpose, SEPTEMBER 2025
Align practice goals and culture to improve staff engagement and productivity.
Module 2: Communication, OCTOBER 2025
Identify primary communication styles and understand how to successfully adapt in order to build connections and meet staff needs.
Module 3: Building Your Team, NOVEMBER 2025
Learn the importance of onboarding and continuous training to attract and retain staff.
Module 4: Human Resources, DECEMBER 2025
Understand how to navigate challenging staff issues legally and ethically.
Module 5: Flow & Efficiency, JANUARY 2026
Leverage existing technology to improve practice efficiencies and enhance the patient experience.
Module 6: Department Planning, FEBRUARY 2026
Implement KPIs for staff accountability and development.
The 2025-2026 class will begin enrolling in Summer 2025. Please contact [email protected] to be put on the waitlist.
ASOA gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of this program by these sponsors.
