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Career as Optician

Opticians make prescription eyeglasses and contact lens. They advise clients regarding the selection and care of eyewear.

Job Profile

Career as Optician
Opticians
  • Follow the exact specifications given by the optometrist in a prescription
  • Make prescription eyewear and keep themselves updated with the materials and production processes used in the optical industry
  • Fit the lens to align it correctly for each client
  • Sell optical goods and help customers in the selection and trial of suitable eyewear
  • Advise on style, shape and suitability of thickness of frames
  • Record the details of the prescription and tag it to the frame
  • Work in the ophthalmic lab to grind the lens and fit it in the frame
  • Try out the eyewear on the customer and make adjustments if required to the frame
  • Help customers learn how to use and store contact lens

Employment Opportunities

  • Retail optical outlets
  • Optometrists
  • Contact lens labs
  • Hospitals & Clinics
Vogue Eyewear

How do I get there?

  • Std X/ XII

    Stream:Any 

  • Certificatio...

    Dispensing/RetailMgmt

  • Goal

    Optician

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