Optometry Career Descriptions & Salaries

Careers in Optometry and more.

How to Become a Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Optician

Alternate Career Titles: Licensed Dispensing Optician, Ophthalmic Dispenser, Contact Lens Dispenser, Spectacle Frame Fitter

Career Overview: Dispensing Optician professionals provide patient advice and fitting recommendations for eyeglasses and contact lenses

Career Salary Range: $22,670 to $57,180

Required Minimum Degree/License: Optician Certification Training Program

Become an Dispensing Optician

How to Become a Optometrist

Optometrist

Alternate Career Titles: Eye Doctor

Career Overview: Optometrists examine patients’ eyes and overall visual systems.

Career Salary Range: $52,810 to $192,050

Required Minimum Degree/License: Doctoral Degree

Become an Optometrist

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