American Board of Opticianry/National Contact Lens Examiners certify opticians and contact-lens fitters. View a directory of certified shops and practitioners.
Learn what's required for licensure, find links to relevant laws and statutes, download forms, or verify a professional's license status.
Organization is responsible for accrediting opticianry and ophthalmic lab technology training programs. View a list of approved schools.
State's Department of Public Health outlines licensing prerequisites and offers downloadable application materials.
Browse a licensure FAQ, download application materials, or browse a database of licensed opticians.
School describes its two-year degree program in optometric technology. View course descriptions and obtain application materials.
Non-profit organization promotes the profession through education and public awareness activities. Find news, membership information, and links.
Explore the group's education and advocacy efforts, apply for membership, or find links to related organizations.
Professional society promotes the training and certification of opticians and other ophthalmic prescribers.
Organization aims to develop and upgrade educational programs for the profession. View a list of member schools.
Review the state's Dispensing Opticians Act, learn what's required for licensure, or view a calendar of examination dates.
Learn what education, experience, and examinations are required for licensing as an optician or contact-lens fitter, then download application forms.
Opticians Association of America represents the business and professional interests of dispensing opticians. Access education and forums.
Professional society supports and advocates for opticians and contact-lens technicians. View a calendar of events or find membership information.
Consumers can find resources on vision and eyeglasses, while professionals can access membership information and details on the Association's annual conference.
Organization seeks to promote the growth of the profession through education and advocacy. Browse a newsletter or view a calendar of events.
Explore the organization's history, view a list of board members, and find out how to join.
Read a FAQ on the profession and its scope of practice, learn what's required for registration, and download forms.
Browse a licensure FAQ, view a schedule of examinations, download forms, or find contact information for Board members.
Read the agency's mission statement, find links to laws governing opticianry, or request application materials.