School of Health Sciences

NAIT Optical Training Opportunities

NAIT has programming to suit your needs. If you are seeking employment in the optical field, we have an introductory correspondence course:

• Ophthalmic Assistant (Distance)

If you already work for a licensed optician, choose from the following courses:

• Eyeglasses (Distance)
• Advanced Practice Contact Lenses (Distance)
• Advanced Practice Sight Testing (Distance)

If you have a knowledge of the terminology and concepts related to the field of Opticianry, then choose the following course:

• Automated Refracting Theory (Distance)

If you have previous working knowledge as an optician or are seeking to update your skills with a review of major principles and theory in eyeglasses or contact lenses, then choose from the following advanced level courses:

• Ophthalmic Review Courses

U.S. applicants please contact:

• Austin Community College
• The Society of Dispensing Opticians of Kentucky
• Nebraska Society of Dispensing Opticians
• Registered Opticians Association of Texas