So, what is the Foundation Training Year?

The FTY is where university learning meets real world practice.  It provides a structured, supported final year that helps students transition from learner to practitioner, building confidence, clinical judgement and readiness for independent practice. 

🎥 Watch: Why the FTY matters, and why now. 

This short animation introduces why optometry training is evolving and how the FTY fits into the new pathway. 

It’s the first in a series of short videos that will explore what these changes mean in practice, for students, supervisors, and the wider optometry profession.