Optician Technician
Our program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to work in the field of optometry, particularly in assisting optometrists and opticians in providing eye care services and dispensing eyewear.
In addition:
- The program typically spans one to two years, depending on the institution’s curriculum structure and the pace of the student.
- Courses in the first year focus on building a strong foundation in optician technology, including eye anatomy, optical principles, and frame fitting.
- The second year includes more advanced courses in lens processing, laboratory techniques, and allows students to specialize in areas of interest.
- The clinical internship and capstone project provide students with hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real opticianry settings.
Upon completing this program, students will be prepared for careers as Optician Technicians, Optical Lab Technicians, or Optical Sales Specialists. Students will have the knowledge and skills required to assist optometrists and opticians, dispense eyewear, and work in optical laboratories. Graduates of this program play an essential role in providing eye care services and helping individuals with their vision needs.
Diploma in Optician Technician
Duration: 1 to 2 Years (Varies based on program structure and student pace).
TRIMESTER 1: Introduction to Opticianry
- OPTP 100: Opticianry Profession
- OAP 100: Ocular Anatomy and Physiology
- MTOPT 100: Medical Terminology for Optician
- OPTPD 100: Optical Principles and Dispensing
TRIMESTER 2: Ophthalmic Lenses and Frame Fitting
- OPLMD 100: Ophthalmic Lens Materials and Design
- FSF 100: Frame Selection and Fitting
- OPTMA 100: Optical Measurements and Adjustments
- LCT 100: Lens Coatings and Treatments
TRIMESTER 3: Optical Laboratory and Lens Processing
- OPTL 100: Optical Laboratory Techniques
- LEF 100: Lens Edging and Finishing
- LVQC 100: Lens Verification and Quality Control
- OISR 100: Optical Industry Standards and Regulations
TRIMESTER 4: Clinical Practice and Specialization
- OTCI 100: Optician Technician Clinical Internship
- SELO 100: Specialty Eyewear and Lens Options
- LVAD 100: Low Vision Aids and Assistive Devices
- OPTPRO 100: Optician Technician Capstone Project
Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest. Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S. Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.
- Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech
CPL 100: Career Planning
CPL 101: Communications and Career Strategies
ENGL 101: Composition
ENGL 102: composition
- Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
MATH 100:General Math
MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra
MATH 102:College Algebra
- Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)
ECON 105:Leadership
ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I
ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II
SOC 101:Introduction to Sociology
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology
HIST 101: History