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    Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship Program

National Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship hybrid-based program trains apprentices to interpret prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists to dispense, fit and adjust eyeglasses and contact lenses. 

$36,910

Average Salary in New Mexico based on the Occupational Information Network (O*Net).

Who Can Be a Dispensing Optician?

  • Applicants must be 16 years of age or older, with a high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) equivalency, or other high school equivalency credentials are required.
  • Applicants must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others.
  • Qualified applicants may be subject to a physical examination or drug screening or both prior to being employed. Employers will pay for physical examination or drug screening if required for employment.

Program Sponsor

CSSO National Optician Apprenticeship Program
2562 Rudder Avenue
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Ruby Garcia, Executive Officer | 805-263-9765 | national.optician.apprenticeship@gmail.com

To obtain general information about registered apprenticeship, please fill out the form below and a representative from the State Apprenticeship Office will contact you by email. 

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