Optician Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of an Optician:

  • An Associate's degree or Certification in Opticianry.
  • On-the-job training and experience in clinical work.
  • A license or certification to practice as an Optician.
  • The ability to operate specialized equipment.
  • Excellent customer service and sales ability.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Optician skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Optician roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.


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