Diploma in Dispensing Opticianry in Coquitlam Canada | Douglas College

Merge healthcare, business, fashion, and technology by pursuing a Diploma in Dispensing Opticianry. This program covers all aspects of contemporary opticianry, from prescription eyewear to contact lenses and advanced refraction techniques. With classes scheduled just three days weekly, you can balance part-time employment alongside your studies. After completing the program, you'll be prepared to sit for the College of Opticians certification exam - an essential requirement for optical licensure in British Columbia. Gain hands-on training in vision assessments, automated refraction, and eyewear dispensing at the Douglas College Vision Care Centre, an on-campus retail clinic serving the public. You'll utilize both standard and specialized optical instruments in our full-service eyeglass dispensary, featuring a dedicated contact lens laboratory with five fitting rooms and an automated refraction unit. Enhance your expertise through retail externships that provide valuable industry experience and professional networking opportunities to launch your career. Numerous students secure part-time optical positions during their initial semesters and transition to full-time roles during summer vacations. Industry surveys indicate that every graduate from our Dispensing Opticianry program is actively employed in the optical field.