Optometric Technician Program Summary: As an optometric technician you will work under the supervision of a licensed eye care professional. Optometric technicians assist in testing patients' vision, providing frame styling services, and instructing patients in contact lens handling. They administer vision therapy programs prescribed by the licensed eye care professional. The course combines 140-hours of classroom instruction (20 weeks) with an off-site 120-hour externship to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience.
It is not required to attend the information meeting prior to registering for this program.
Fall 2009 Class Dates: Saturdays, August 29, 2009, ending March 6, 2010
UPDATE 9-17-09 - THE START DATE OF THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN EXTENDED AS FOLLOWS:
Saturdays, October 17, 2009, ending April 24, 2010
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Valencia campus)
class does not meet on: 10/31/09, 11/28/09, 12/26/09, 1/02/2010, 1/16/2010, 2/13/2010,
4/03/2010
Course Fee: $2,895 includes books, consumable supplies, externship, and course completion certificate. Payment must be paid in full at time of registration.
Financial Assistance: Students with a need for financial assistance may secure financial assistance through any student loan lending agency, such as a local bank. Students who will be using financial aid should begin the application process at least three weeks before they intend to register as payment must be paid in full at time of registration
Math and English Skills: Students will be required to pass an elementary English language and math skills test. Browse through a sample of a math and English skills pretest now.