Optometry

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This is Chapter 32 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Optometry.” It is part of Subtitle III “Professions and Occupations Regulated by Boards Within the Department of Health Professions”, which is part of Title 54.1 “Professions and Occupations”. It contains 27 laws divided across 6 structures.

Article 1	General Provisions
Article 2	Board of Optometry
Article 3	Licensure of Optometrists
Article 4	Certification for Administration of Diagnostic Pharmaceutical Agents
Article 5	Certification for Administration of Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPAs)
Article 6	Certification to Perform of Laser Surgery