The Allied Health workforce is broad and diverse and includes health practitioners who work autonomously and in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. 

In the UK, the Allied Health sector is set to grow into the future due to advances in technology and increasing demand for healthcare services, including holistic healthcare approaches. The sector encompasses many professional pathways and opportunities for career development and specialisation. See our list of job roles for more information on various Allied Health professions

Optometrists work with adults and children to examine eye health, conduct vision tests, and prescribe glasses. They can detect vision impairments, diagnose eye disorders, assess for other related health diseases, and can determine when to refer people on for further medical care. They can also advise on therapeutic treatments for minor eye ailments such as allergies or conjunctivitis. They mainly work in private practices, but also in hospitals and community settings. Optometrist have undertaken a relevant bachelor’s degree and/or postgraduate study in Optometry.