FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General Questions

When and where will the NORA 2025 conference be held?

The Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, International (NORA) 2025 Conference will take place from September 18-21, 2025, at the Hilton Denver City Center in Denver, CO. The hotel link with discounted pricing of $229/night, will be included in your confirmation email. This will be an in-person event with no virtual attendance. 

Is any portion of the pre-conference held online?

For the first time in NORA’s history, there will be a pre-conference day dedicated to Clinical Skills 1 training, designed to help students from diverse backgrounds gain essential skills before the main event. This pre-conference day will feature three 2-hour increments of live Clinical Skills 1 training, providing a total of six hours of hands-on education ahead of the official start of the conference.

Looking ahead, in 2026, we plan to offer a similar pre-conference format for Clinical Skills II and III, ensuring continued opportunities for skill-building and preparation.

When does registration open?

Registration is now open.  This year registration forms are split between professional and students. Any Allied Associations or Exhibitors, contact [email protected] to get exhibitor materials.

To register as a Professional and Allied Professional click here. 

To register as a Student/TBI Survivor, Friends of NORA click here. All students who register as a student must be currently in a program of study leading to a Professional or Allied Professional Degree. Student status will be validated.

CURRENT NORA MEMBERS - If you are a current NORA member you must log in prior to completing the registration form in order to receive member pricing. If already logged in please click here to proceed to the registration form. 

Is there a discounted pricing for members?

Please note that pricing is based on membership type and all Member discounts will be applied upon completion of your registration.  If you are a new member or renewing your 2025 membership, the fee will be applied to the total but will not be listed as a separate line item until you receive your final invoice.  Membership is not prorated and covers you through 12/31/25.  Early Bird pricing is available for members through Monday, May 26, 2025.  Please see pricing chart for more information.

Can I join as a new member or renew my current NORA membership at the same time as I register for the conference?

If you are currently a non-member or if your membership is up for renewal, you will have an opportunity to join/renew before registering for the conference and will receive member discounts. Please note that you will receive separate invoices for membership and conference registration.

Is there a discount for 2 or more Professional/Allied Health Professionals from the same practice/facility attending the conference?

There are no group/practice discounts.  Each registration is unique.  If you are registering someone else in your practice to join NORA and/or attend the conference, please register under their name and their email address. It is OK if billed to the same credit card, but we need to capture each member/attendee's name and contact information individually.  When registering multiple people with the same credit card, please allow at least 15 minutes between each transaction as the site will not allow the same card number to be used back-to-back. 

Can I register at the meeting?

Yes. You can pay by credit card, check, or cash at the meeting.  Please note, however, that there will be an additional $100 charge for on-site registration. 

What if I need to cancel my registration?

Cancellation Deadline: Attendees may cancel their registration for legitimate reasons by submitting written notice to NORA on or before August 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET. During this period, NORA will refund the registration fee minus 10%.

No Refunds After Deadline: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after August 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET.

No-Shows and Last-Minute Cancellations: Refunds will not be granted for no-shows or late cancellations.

Passport and Visa Issues: Attendees are responsible for securing their own travel documents. 

Conference Cancellation by NORA: In the event NORA must cancel the conference due to unforeseen circumstances, NORA will refund the registration fee only. NORA assumes no responsibility for additional costs, charges, or penalties (e.g., airline or hotel fees).

When can I book my hotel?

To receive the special NORA Conference hotel registration discount, at Hilton Denver City Center, Denver, CO, click here. This discount is only available through July 25, 2025.

When will I receive my badge?

You will receive your badge upon on-site registration.

How will I receive verification of my attendance for my continuing education credits?

Attendees are responsible for obtaining their own proof of attendance for a course. The easiest method (for optometrists) is to download the OE Tracker app and scan the QR codes at the completion of each course. For non-optometrists or those who cannot access the app, you will be provided with an attendance certificate, and you are responsible for having this signed/stamped by an attendance monitor at the conclusion of the course. These attendance certificates must be submitted to ARBO (or your CE organization) at the conclusion of the meeting. NORA is not responsible for the submission of certificates or the replacement of lost certificates. NORA submits courses to ARBO for COPE approval. NORA does not submit courses to any other CE broker and does not guarantee that your licensing board or state will accept COPE-approved courses. Attendees are responsible for understanding the CE requirements for their state and/or licensing board.

Are presentations available virtually?

In 2025, there will be a full day of Clinical Skills 1 (designated CS1A) available via live webinar in the period leading up to the conference. This is in addition to CS1 on the first day of the conference (designated CS1B). Both CS1A and CS1B will be for COPE credit. Additionally, select conference presentations will be recorded and made available at a small charge to attendees following the conference. For the main conference (Friday-Sunday), only the live, on-site presentations will be available for COPE credit.

Clinical Skills 1 Changes – 2025

In 2025, a full day of Clinical Skills 1 instruction (designated CS1A) will be offered via live webinar in the months leading up to the conference. This is in addition to CS1B, held on-site during the first day of the NORA Annual Conference. Both CS1A and CS1B will be eligible for COPE credit.

Main Conference COPE Credit Opportunities

In addition, select conference presentations will be recorded and made available to attendees for a small fee following the event. Please note that for the main conference (Friday through Sunday), only the live, in-person sessions will qualify for COPE credit.

In 2025, a full day of Clinical Skills 1 instruction (designated CS1A) will be offered via live webinar in the weeks leading up to the conference. This is in addition to CS1B, held on-site during the first day of the NORA Annual Conference. Both CS1A and CS1B will be eligible for COPE credit.

In addition, select conference presentations will be recorded and made available to attendees for a small fee following the event. Please note that for the main conference (Friday through Sunday), only the live, in-person sessions will qualify for COPE credit.

How can I contact NORA with conference-related questions not covered in this FAQ?

Please email us at [email protected] with any questions not covered in this FAQ. If you are having technical issues with registration, please Noelle Campany at [email protected]  for assistance.

Does NORA help with disability-related accommodations?

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at the event. Assistance for accommodations for the NORA education sessions can contact us at [email protected]. Please note on the registration form and submit any specific requests no later than August 29, 2025. To make accommodations for the hotel stay, please contact the hotel directly.