Students who complete the Optical Technology Certificate Materials Program will be qualified to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians, including instruction in anatomy of the eye, optical instrumentation, maintenance of adjustment and cleaning tools, pathology identification, record-keeping and patient and administrative tasks.

Students who complete the Optical Technology Certificate Materials Program will be qualified to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians, including instruction in anatomy of the eye, optical instrumentation, maintenance of adjustment and cleaning tools, pathology identification, record-keeping and patient and administrative tasks.

To earn a Certificate of Achievement in Optical Technology – Materials, students must complete 12 specified units below:

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

• accurately fabricate, fit, and dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses for clients.
• pass the ABO and NCLE examinations to be licensed as a Dispensing Optician.