Optical Sciences - Eyeglasses Diploma (Distance)

Program Model / Completion Requirements

To earn a NAIT Optical Sciences Eyeglasses Diploma, students must successfully complete:
Two theory courses, where the overall passing grade is 63%

• Eyeglasses Year One (ODP1)
• Eyeglasses Year Two (ODP2)

Four practicum courses, graded on a Pass/Fail basis

• Eyeglasses Practicum Levels 1 to 4 (ODP525, ODP526, ODP527, & ODP528)
• Each level documents 500 hours, for a total of 2000 practicum hours

Certification

Upon successfully completing all courses, students receive a Optical Sciences Eyeglasses Diploma.

Accreditation

After successfully completing  the program, graduates can apply to write the National Association of Canadian Optician Regulators (NACOR) exam.

Entrance Requirements

Canadian High School Diploma or assessed equivalent, plus employment within the optical industry, with a qualified preceptor to supervise the practicum.

Registration

Alberta Residents - Contact the program office to apply. Phone 1.888.491.3130 or email optical@nait.ca Application forms are available on the right hand side of this page.

Canadian Residents Outside Alberta - For information and application packages, contact the Opticians Association of Canada www.opticians.ca  Phone 1.800.847.3155 or email canada@opticians.ca

Program Outline