CES Academy brings together consultant ophthalmologists, optometrists and clinical educators to deliver exceptional training across our surgical centres in Chatham, Headcorn and Tunbridge Wells — and through our network of partner practices across Kent and the South East.
From CPD lectures and clinical workshops to hands-on surgical training and procedure-based skills courses — we support optometrists, ophthalmologists and allied eye care professionals at every stage of their career.
IP Placements Supported
CPD Events Delivered by Our Consultants
Years of Training Experience
Partner Clinics
Our Audience
Training courses in development. Register your interest to be notified at launch.
Training courses in development. Register your interest to be notified at launch.
Training Programmes
Distinct pathways — each designed for a specific stage of clinical career.
For Optometrists
PopularSupervised clinical placements for optometrists working towards their IP qualification, delivered within our CES Medical clinical environment.
Apply for IP PlacementFor Optometrists
MonthlyEvening lectures and clinical updates led by CES Medical consultant ophthalmologists. We will also be delivering workshops covering: FB Removal, Punctum Plug Fitting, Lacrimal Syringing, Optomap Interpretation, OCT Interpretation etc. CPD certificates issued upon attendance.
View Upcoming EventsFor Optometrists
NewWe are developing 'Hands-on' courses for senior IP Optometrists and Advanced Practitioners covering: YAG, SLT, Minor Ops, IVT injection therapy and more — all in a real clinical environment.
Browse CoursesFor Ophthalmology Trainees
Structured TrainingStructured surgical training programme for ophthalmology trainees, delivered at our Southborough Surgical Centre, Tunbridge Wells.
Learn MoreFor Ophthalmology Trainees
Structured TrainingPractical surgical wet lab sessions using model eye simulation at our Southborough Surgical Centre. Hands-on surgical skills in a safe environment. Limited places.
Find Out MoreFor General Practitioners
GPOphthalmology-focused CPD events and hands-on workshops for GPs covering: Foreign Body Removal, Local Pathways, Recognising and Managing Eye Conditions, and more.
View Upcoming EventsCourses Coming Soon
Coming SoonWe are developing a dedicated training programme for Advanced Practitioners in Ophthalmology. Register your interest to be notified when courses launch.
Register InterestCourses Coming Soon
Coming SoonSpecialist training courses for Ophthalmic Technicians are in development. Register your interest to be first to hear when our programme launches.
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Why Choose Us
All teaching and placements delivered by CES Medical's own consultant ophthalmologists - practising clinicians, not just educators.
Learn in a real clinical environment at Chatham, Headcorn and Tunbridge Wells Surgical Centres - not a conference room.
Serving optometrists and ophthalmologists across Kent, Sussex and the South East.
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