Diploma in Opticianry in Coquitlam Canada | Douglas College

Merge healthcare, business, fashion, and technology by pursuing a Diploma in 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 maintain part-time employment while completing your studies. Graduates will 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 community. Students work with both standard and specialized optical instruments in a fully-equipped eyewear dispensary, featuring a dedicated contact lens laboratory with five fitting rooms and an automated refraction unit. Enhance your professional abilities through retail externships that provide valuable experience and industry connections to launch your optical career.