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  Optician - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The lenses may be contact lenses, or held in a frame in front of the eye, rarely as a monocle or most frequently as a pair of glasses, also known as spectacles or eyeglasses.
In the United States, an optician, through testing, may be certified by the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) to fill the prescription ordered by an ophthalmologist or optometrist [1].
In the United Kingdom, opticians are categorized as either ophthalmic opticians (also known as optometrists) or dispensing opticians.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Optician   (436 words)

  
 Optician
Opticians may be trained to verify the power and surface quality of the finished lenses by use sophisticated optical equipment.
Opticians might be called upon to perform follow-up services such as fixing broken frames, replacing temple screws, or refitting a pair of glasses.
Opticians may operate their own business, work for optometrists or ophthalmologists, or work for owners of retail optical outlets.
www.mshealthcareers.com /careers/optician.htm   (495 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - optician (Medicine) - Encyclopedia
An optician may grind lenses as instructed by the prescription of an optometrist (see optometry) or ophthalmologist (see ophthalmology) or transcribe the instructions for laboratory mechanics.
The optician also fits and adjusts the lenses to the client and makes suggestions as to the selection of frames.
Increasingly, opticians have taken over the task of fitting contact lenses as well as eyeglasses.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/O/optician.html   (187 words)

  
 Optician
Opticians must pass the licensure examination administered by the Board of Opticianry before practicing in Florida.
Dispensing opticians help patients select the size, color, and shape of their frames then measure the patients' faces to decide exactly where the lenses should be placed.
Opticians may also become licensed through an apprenticeship program which consists of 6,240 hours completed within a five-year period.
www.flahec.org /hlthcareers/optician.HTM   (358 words)

  
 Opticians, dispensing
Dispensing opticians measure clients’ eyes, including the distance between the centers of the pupils and the distance between the ocular surface and the lens.
Some dispensing opticians, after additional education and training, specialize in fitting contacts, artificial eyes, or cosmetic shells to cover blemished eyes.
Employment of dispensing opticians is expected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through 2014 as demand grows for corrective lenses.
stats.bls.gov /oco/ocos098.htm   (1460 words)

  
 Occupation page
Opticians fill prescriptions from optometrists or ophthalmologists (eye doctors) by fitting patients with eyeglasses or contact lenses.
You measure the curve of the patient's eye, the distance from pupil to pupil and width of the bridge of the nose using optical measuring devices.
Opticians work in small or large retail optical outlets, medical laboratories, and optometrists' offices.
www.careerccc.org /careerdirections/eng/e_oc_dwn.asp?ID=104   (292 words)

  
 HOT Careers in Connecticut > Vision Care > Optometrist
Some dispensing opticians receive on-the-job training or apprenticeships lasting two to four years under a licensed optician, optometrist, or ophthalmologist.
Opticians order, prepare, and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses for patients, based on a prescription from an ophthalmologist or an optometrist.
Opticians also repair eyewear and replace lost or damaged lenses or parts.
www.healthcareersinct.com /careersvco.htm   (250 words)

  
 What is an Optician? - VisionChannel
The optician instructs the patient in the care and handling of contact lenses.
Opticians may hold an associate opticianry degree or may have apprenticed for a required number of hours.
In most states that require an optician to be licensed, candidates must pass an examination given by the American Board of Opticianry (ABO).
www.visionchannel.net /optician.shtml   (206 words)

  
 Health Careers - Optician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Dispensing opticians, also known as opticians, make and fit eye glasses and lenses prescribed by ophthalmologists (eye surgeons) or optometric physicians.
Dispensing opticians can also dispense contact lenses from the prescription provided by an ophthalmologist or optometric physician if properly certified to do so, but must be under the supervision of a doctor while working with contact lenses.
Opticians often teach about the use and care of contact lenses.
www.ichs.uaa.alaska.edu /careerguide/careers/optic_opt.htm   (291 words)

  
 Technorati Tag: optician
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 optician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Dispensing opticians fit and dispense corrective lenses and eyeglasses according to written prescriptions from ophthalmologists or optometrists.
One may be a graduate of an accepted school of ophthalmic dispensing or complete two years satisfactory training and experience under the supervision of an ophthalmic dispenser, physician, osteopath or optometrist.
A dispensing optician must know about pathology of the eye and how it works, how to interpret prescriptions for fitting contact lenses and glasses, optical products and fashion trends.
www.wku.edu /Dept/Academic/chhs/scahec/optician.htm   (287 words)

  
 Bold Type: Short Story by Jonathan Lethem
The opticians leaned against the wall and the counter, inspecting the customer as though he were a horse on which they'd bet, and they gamblers looking for some giveaway imperfection, some tremble in its flank.
The first optician lit another cigarette and put it in the customer's mouth for him, so the customer could keep his hands on his knees.
The second optician moved into the back of the shop, to call his wife, to say he'd be late.
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 3231 Opticians   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Opticians fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses, assist clients in the selection of eyeglass frames, arrange for the production of eyeglasses or contact lenses and mount lenses in eyeglass frames.
Student opticians and opticians who are managers of optical retail outlets are included in this group.
Completion of an Optician's Guild two-year contact lens technician correspondence course may also be required for contact lens technicians.
www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca /2001/e/groups/3231.shtml   (274 words)

  
 School of Optometry 2001-2003: Optician/Technician Program
Most opticians and optometric technicians are employed in the optical industry or by optometrists, opticians, and ophthalmologists.
The Opticians' Laboratory Concentration includes practical experience in all aspects of the optical laboratory and a study of the optics necessary in order to understand lens surfacing.
In the event that enrollment limits are exceeded for the Opticians' Laboratory Concentration courses, admission to V210 and V211 may require permission to enroll.
www.indiana.edu /~bulletin/iub/optometry/2001-2003/optician.html   (2942 words)

  
 Optician
Opticians, sometimes called ophthalmic dispensing technicians, often do their own laboratory work.
Opticians can also fit contact lenses under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist.
Upon completion of training/education, opticians must pass the American Board of Opticiary Examination, the National Contact Lens Examination and the Georgia Practical Examination in order to be licensed as a dispensing optician.
www.sowega-ahec.org /career_guide/Optician.htm   (214 words)

  
 Dispensing Optician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Dispensing Opticians work within the vision care industry as part of a team with ophthalmologists and optometrists.
BE a College of Opticians of British Columbia registered "Optician", OR BE eligible for registration as a "Student Contact Lens Fitter" under the bylaws of the College of Opticians of British Columbia
Licensure is a requirement for practice as an optician in the field of opticianry in BC.
www.douglas.bc.ca /calhtm/programs/pdop.htm   (1144 words)

  
 Dispensing optician in close-up
However, after seeing an advert for a trainee dispensing optician in a local newspaper, he found out more about the role and applied for the vacancy.
'As a dispensing optician, it's seeing the customer walk out of the door with spectacles they are delighted with and that are best for their optical needs.
The fact that he became a dispensing optician rather than any other career related to medicine was largely a matter of chance.
www.prospects.ac.uk /cms/ShowPage/Home_page/Explore_types_of_jobs/Types_of_Job/p!eipaL?state=showocc&idno=322&pageno=8   (1430 words)

  
 Alaska Division of Occupational Licensing
Dispensing Optician Apprentice Registration Application, #08-4002, Revised 02/28/06.
Biennial Dispensing Optician License Renewal, #08-4239, Revised 5/31/05.
Dispensing Optician Statutes and Regulations AS 08.71 and 12 AAC 30.
www.dced.state.ak.us /occ/pdop.htm   (341 words)

  
 PC Optician - Terms & Conditions
PC Optician does not guarantee the accuracy of the information published on this website and will not be responsible for any damages resulting in reliance on the information contained within the site.
PC Optician also accepts cheques made payable to Pritchard-Cowburn Ltd. Items will only be despatched to a customer on receipt of cleared funds in the event of payment by cheque or authorisation by your credit card provider.
At PC Opticians we take every precaution to ensure all of your details are kept confidential, all credit card details are taken via secure SSL(Secure Socket Layer) 128 bit encryption and for extra safety no credit card details are stored on-site.
www.pc-optician.co.uk /terms.asp   (1036 words)

  
 Pacific Optometry Clinic Optician Marcy Apple
An optician is an expert in the art and science of making and fitting glasses and other optical devices.
Currently opticians are not allowed to refract, but this may change in the future.
The ABO purpose is to "identify qualified ophthalmic dispensers for the public and for the ophthalmic community by certifying those who pass the professionally developed examinations." The ABO also encourages development of optical skills by providing continuing education, and it approves continuing education programs for recertification.
www.opt.pacificu.edu /test/journal/Articles/apple/Apple.html   (1207 words)

  
 Find an Optician
Generally, opticians will test your sight and examine the health of your eyes.
Some types of optician are trained to recognise abnormalities and diseases that are revealed in the eye, such as diabetes and glaucoma.
After testing your eyes, if needed, some Opticians will also fit and supply spectacles to a prescription.
www.nhs.uk /england/opticians/default.aspx   (90 words)

  
 Welcome to Burton Optician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
You'll find Burton Optician located on a quiet, tree-lined street in Georgetown, just a block northwest of the intersection of M and Wisconsin.
Since 1989 Burton Optician has established a reputation for stylish frames and superbly ground lenses in a charming and relaxed atmosphere.  Owner Virginia Burton has over thirty years of experience and takes care of each customer personally.
You are welcome to stop in for a free adjustment and ultrasonic cleaning of your current glasses while you browse the collection of exciting new styles.
www.burtonoptician.com   (86 words)

  
 Focus on your Future as an Optician
A prescription issued by an ophthalmic medical practitioner or ophthalmic optician (optometrist) following an eye examination states the measure of the degree of error in the patient’s sight.
The work of the Dispensing Optician involves prescription analysis advice on lens types, advice on styling of frames, and taking frame and facial measurements and measurements in relation to lenses.
There are two ways to train as a Dispensing Optician in the U.K. To take a three year distance learning course run by the Association of British Dispensing Opticians, the student being employed by a qualified optician for the duration of the course.
www.intstudy.com /articles/sl282a11.htm   (596 words)

  
 Dispensing Optician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
If you want to work with people, providing technical expertise while helping them look their best, a career as a Dispensing Optician is an excellent choice for you.
With the implementation of the National Opticians exam in Fall 2006, we welcome applicants from all Canadian provinces and territories.
If you are already a licensed Dispensing Optician, and want to gain contact lens fitting qualifications, you may be eligible for Direct Entry into the second year of the program.
www.douglas.bc.ca /programs/dispensing-optician   (584 words)

  
 New Optician Boutique Employees
She is a certified color consultant and frame stylist, who has completed a 3 year optician apprenticeship program and is a licensed optician.
Greg is certified by the American Board of Opticians and licensed by the Virginia Board for Opticians.
Carter also is a member of the Virginia Board for Opticians and serves with the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation in Richmond.
www.newopticians.com /aboutus.shtml   (349 words)

  
 Newcomer Services - OPTICIANS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Opticians prepare and dispense lenses, eyeglasses and contact lenses, based on the interpretation and adaptation of optical prescriptions.
To be eligible to practice in Manitoba as an Optician the candidate must apply to the Opticians of Manitoba (OOM).
For Opticians the registration fee is $75.00 and the license fee is $339.00.
www.gov.mb.ca /labour/immigrate/newcomerservices/pro19.html   (327 words)

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