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North Carolina State Board of Opticians
“The Board's primary functions, defined by state statute and administrative rule, are the administration of the licensure process (including the licensure exam), and the oversight of regulations pertaining to optical businesses and training establishments. The Board has disciplinary authority over licensees and those participating in Opticianry training processes. It reviews continuing education hours submitted by educational entities, and approves those hours it considers appropriate to enhance NC opticians' professional knowledge while complying with statutory requirements regarding CECs.”
• Approved Continuing Education Course Listings
National Academy of Opticianry
“The National Academy of Opticianry “The Academy” is an international organization dedicated solely to education and training for ALL opticians.”
• NAO Approved Continuing Education E-Seminar Classes - list of approved NAO classes from the NC State Board
•NAO | SECO University - Direct link to the classes with the NAO
Opticians Association of America
“In essence, the OAA is the collective voice of the opticianry industry. The ongoing mission of the OAA is to work with members, partners and other professionals—both inside and outside of our industry—to assure that opticians receive the recognition, respect, opportunity and protection you deserve.
Likewise, we work tirelessly to further a positive and informed brand image for opticianry, in both local and national markets.”
North Carolina Optometric Society
“NC Eyes is a public eye health education resource for the state of North Carolina offered to residents by the North Carolina Optometric Society (NCOS).
NC Eyes educates the general public about the benefits of lifelong eye care and the field of optometry, while also delivering relevant information for NCOS members.”