OAT Preparation Course
Adults applying to optometry school.
This course is organized around the sections of the OAT: Natural Sciences, Physics, Reading Comprehension, and Quantitative Reasoning. Science and physics modules review the core content most commonly tested, while reading comprehension and quantitative reasoning modules build the skills needed to work through passages and problems efficiently under time pressure. Practice sets and full-length mock exams provide regular opportunities to check both content mastery and pacing. Live webinars add instructor explanation for topics that are often challenging.
- Suitability
- Designed for adult applicants preparing for optometry school admission.
- Delivery format
- 100% online, self-paced with scheduled live webinars
- Modules
- 6
- Practice activities
- Included
- Mock examinations
- Included
- Instructor webinars
- Included
Course modules
Modules are organized by section and available on demand, so you can review foundational science and physics content or move directly into exam-style practice depending on your background.
Natural Sciences: Biology
Core biology concepts commonly assessed within the Natural Sciences section.
Natural Sciences: General and Organic Chemistry
Foundational general chemistry and organic chemistry concepts relevant to the exam.
Physics
Core physics concepts and applied problem solving as tested on the exam.
Reading Comprehension
Strategies for reading science-based passages efficiently and answering detail and inference questions.
Quantitative Reasoning
Math skills including algebra, geometry, and applied problem solving relevant to the exam.
Pacing and Section Strategy
Time management approaches for moving efficiently through each section.
Practice format
Practice sets are organized by section, so you can target a specific content area such as physics or quantitative reasoning, or complete a broader mixed review set. Each item includes an explanation for review.
Mock exam format
Full-length mock exams are structured to reflect the general format and pacing of the OAT, covering the exam's sections in a single timed sitting. Section-level results help highlight where further review may help.
Webinar format
Live webinars are hosted by an OAT Instructor and cover topics such as physics problem-solving strategy, high-yield science review, and pacing across the exam's sections. Sessions are interactive and recorded for later viewing.
Written questions
You can submit written questions about course content through the platform at any time. Responses are delivered through private platform messages, so there is no need to appear on camera or join a live session to get help.
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