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3 Optician Training Diploma Programs
SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Diploma in Optician
- Calgary, Canada
Diploma
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Optician program is two years in length and trains students to be in the forefront of eye care practice, working as part of a multi-disciplinary vision care team. Students will study ocular pathology, refracting and pharmacology, as well as business and retail aspects of the profession. Application of the theory will be demonstrated through clinical competencies focusing on refraction, filling eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions, ensuring a proper fit, and determining clients’ eyewear needs. These skills, along with business and retail skills, will be practiced and demonstrated in a dynamic, patient-centered environment.
Georgian College
Diploma in Opticianry (OPTI)
- Barrie, Canada
- Online
Diploma
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Join the eye care field as an optician. Become a valuable member of the eye health team. Learn in our nationally accredited state-of-the-art facility. Over 95% job placement. In this program, students experience a unique blend of healthcare and business management. Through theory and practical experience in labs/clinics, students learn to competently dispense eyeglasses, contact lenses, and sub-normal vision devices, and learn about basic refraction.
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Stenberg College
Licensed Optician Diploma
- Surrey, Canada
Diploma
Full time
55 weeks
On-Campus
English
Through a combination of theory, practice (labs), and application (practicum), you will be extensively trained in eyeglass dispensing, contact lens fitting and automated refraction.
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Optician Training degree programs at the Diplomas level prepare you for a rewarding career in eye care, focusing on practical skills and real-world applications. This program equips you with the essential knowledge to assist patients in selecting eyewear and understanding the importance of vision care.
Through courses in optical theory, ocular anatomy, and patient management, you'll develop competencies in fitting lenses and customizing eyewear. You'll also learn to perform vision tests and interpret prescriptions, training with the latest optical equipment and techniques. Students build confidence as they engage with diverse patient scenarios and enhance their communication skills.
Diploma programs emphasize hands-on experience, often featuring clinical practice components where you can apply your skills in real settings. Graduates usually find careers as opticians or optical dispensers, working in retail settings or healthcare facilities, and they gain skills valued internationally, empowering them to make a positive impact in the eye care industry.