Opticians dispense corrective lenses to aid patients in their visual needs. This is accomplished by using scientific and clinical procedures and applying learned skills needed to produce and fit top quality eyewear successfully.
- Courses
- Learning Outcomes
- Program Goals
- Employment
- Special Requirements
- Contact
- Additional information
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / First Semester | ||
| OPH-104 | Ophthalmic Lab I 1 | 3 |
| OPH-111 | Ophthalmic Materials Lecture I 2 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| First Year / Second Semester | ||
| OPH-105 | Ophthalmic Lab II 3 | 3 |
| OPH-112 | Ophthalmic Materials Lecture II 4 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| Second Year / First Semester | ||
| OPH-220 | Optic Principles 5 | 3 |
| OPH-240 | Ophthalmic Dispensing I 5 | 4 |
| 7 | ||
| Second Year / Second Semester | ||
| OPH-241 | Ophthalmic Dispensing II 8 | 4 |
| 4 | ||
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Third Year / First Semester | ||
| OPH-130 | Anatomy of the Eye | 3 |
| OPH-203 | Ophthalmic Materials Laboratory III 7 | 2 |
| 5 | ||
| Third Year / Second Semester | ||
| OPH-131 | Introduction to Contact Lenses 6 | 3 |
| 3 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits | 31 | |
2 Co-requisite: OPH-104; Must be taken within the first 12 months of apprenticeship.
3 Prerequisite OPH-104; Co-requisite: OPH-112; Must be taken within the first 12 months of apprenticeship.
4 Prerequisite: OPH-111; Co-requisite: OPH-105; Must be taken within the first 12 months of apprenticeship.
5 Prerequisite: OPH-105 and OPH-112
6 Prerequisite: OPH-130
7 Prerequisite: OPH-105
8 Prerequisite: OPH-240
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Fabricate a complete pair of eyeglasses conforming to state and ANSI standards.
- Interpret a doctor’s prescription.
- Dispense a complete pair of eyeglasses and contact lenses from a doctor’s prescription.
- Demonstrate knowledge of spectacle lens and contact lens design through mathematical calculations.
Program Goals
- To provide students with the skills and knowledge needed
to successfully complete the New Jersey State Ophthalmic
Dispensing Examination, the American Board of Opticianry Advanced Exam,
and the National Contact Lens Examination. - To prepare students for employment opportunities within the
optical profession.
Employment Opportunies
- Private practice
- Clinical practice
- Optical sales
- Manufacturing
- Ophthalmic laboratory technician
- Contact lens technician
Special Program Requirements
- All perspective students must schedule an interview with the ophthalmic science program director.
- All candidates must take the College Placement Test and complete the required courses prior to beginning course work.
- The program has an open enrollment policy; however, any applicant who does not have college-level mathematics or English must achieve satisfactory scores on the College Placement Test
- Due to the sequential nature of the optical courses, admission is usually limited to the fall semester. General Education courses can be taken all year.
- Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all ophthalmic courses in order to be eligible for the New Jersey Ophthalmic Dispensers Exam.
- Students must have an approved apprenticeship for 36 months prior to program completion to be eligible for the New Jersey Ophthalmic Dispensers Exam.
- Students are required to complete the Qualifying Technical Exam upon completion of first year OPH.CA courses and the first 12 months of an approved apprenticeship. Contact the Coordinator for details.
Notice
Clinical placements are a required part of the curriculum and a requirement for graduation. Clinical placements may require a criminal background check, health clearance and/or drug testing before participation is allowed. Clinical sites may deny a student’s participation in the event of a positive finding. Individuals who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor may be denied certification or licensure as a health professional. Information regarding eligibility may be obtained from the appropriate credentialing body.
Contact Person
Daniel G. Banks, Coordinator
(856) 374-5058
Email: dbanks@camdencc.edu
Additional information
| CIP Code | 51.1801 |
|---|---|
| Program Code | OPH.CA |
