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Pathway: Information & Support Services
Job: Dispensing Optician
Job Description
Dispensing Opticians fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, following prescriptions written by ophthalmologist or optometrists. They recommend frames, lenses and coatings after considering the prescription and the customer’s occupation, habits and facial features.
Necessary Education
High School Diploma and either on-the-job training or a formal apprenticeship
Helpful High School Courses
Algebra, Anatomy, English, Geometry and Mechanical Drawing, Physics
Working Conditions
- Work indoors in attractive, well-lighted offices
- Spend a great deal of time on feet
- Work involves chemicals and machinery hazards of glass cutting
- Most work a 40-hour week; however, working in a retail store may require evening and weekend hours
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$25,790
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$12.40
Career Ladder Information
- Post-secondary training in opticianry can lead to advancements
- Acceptance of lead or management position within an office
- 21 states offer a license plus there is a certification obtain through the American Board of Opticianry
- 2-year Associates Degree in ophthalmic dispensing or optometric technology can lead to advancement opportunities
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Like working with your hands
- Have good manual dexterity
- Enjoy working with people
- Like being part of a team
- Enjoy assisting and helping others
Did you know?
- Most opticians also function as an office manager; keeping records, work orders and payments, and track inventory and sales.
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