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Columbia Central University-Caguas
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Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician programs prepare individuals to adapt and fit corrective eyewear, including eyeglasses and contact lenses, as prescribed by ophthalmologists or optometrists; to assist patients in selecting appropriate frames; and to prepare work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians. Includes instruction in geometrical optics, ophthalmic optics, anatomy of the eye, optical instrumentation, use and maintenance of adjustment and cleaning tools, prescription interpretation, contact lens adaptation and fitting, prosthesis fitting, facial and eye measuring, pathology identification, record-keeping, and patient and business administrative tasks.
For all the 362 degrees awarded in Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Of the 265 students graduating with degrees at the Associates degree level across the US, 26% percent identify as men and 74% percent identify as women. While students at schools all over the country study Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician, Florida has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician is $38,300.
The highest paying career for Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician majors is Opticians, Dispensing. However, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for specific positions. A job that is in high need that a degree in Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician can prepare you for is Opticians, Dispensing.
These are the highest paying careers for Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician majors.
These are the careers in highest demand for Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician majors.
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