‘The MiniPAC series is just one example of Specsavers commitment to continuing professional development for our clinicians. ‘A consistent theme was the development of Trusted Experts, encouraging confidence in clinical decision-making and a strong focus on evidence-based, patient-centred care.’ ‘The strength of MiniPAC lies in its blend of learning, collaboration and real-world application, helping clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients.’
Through its homelessness programme, Specsavers works with charity partners including Crisis and Vision Care for Homeless People to help remove barriers to eye and ear care for people affected by homelessness, delivering support in stores, community settings and partner-led clinics.
Audiology professionals across the UK and Ireland are invited to join a new online CPD webinar exploring how sustainability can be integrated into hearing care – without compromising clinical outcomes.
Taking place 08:25-09:00 BST on Wednesday 10 June 2026, “Hearing for the Future: Sustainability in Practice” is thought to be the first ever CPD session focusing on sustainability aimed specifically at Audiology clinicians and brings together expertise from Helen Curran, Head of Sustainability at Specsavers, and Bethany Dean, Specsavers’ Clinical Performance Consultant for Scotland and the North.
Strengthening specialist skills to support children and families in community practice
To mark this year’s World Optometry Day (23 March), Specsavers is shining a light on how its incredible optometrists are providing access to care across the globe.
In the UK, optometrists play a key role in supporting Specsavers homelessness programme. They are helping people experience homelessness access eye and hearing health services.
With multiple CPD sessions, recruitment and partnership opportunities for those seeking new Optom and Dispensing Optician roles and main stage presentations there was plenty to learn, share and celebrate.
Specsavers hosted a powerful breakout session at this year’s Care Closer to Home Conference, bringing together leaders from primary care to challenge current system design and make the case for a truly integrated, community based model of care.
Specsavers is launching its first ever graduate development programme for recently qualified audiologists and hearing aid dispensers.
The 10 Year Plan for the NHS in England in 2025 was a milestone. But inconsistent NHS commissioning is a barrier to unleashing the full potential of our sector. Here’s what Specsavers is doing to improve access to care for patients.
Gordon Harrison, Specsavers’ Chief Audiologist, spoke about the benefits of local hearing care at the launch of Tinnitus UK’s latest research report in Parliament.
