Summary Optician near Kelowna (BC)
Find key facts and figures about working as an optician. The following information is applicable to all Opticians (NOC 3231).
Description
Opticians fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses, assist clients in the selection of eyeglass frames, arrange for the production of eyeglasses or contact lenses and mount lenses in eyeglass frames. They are employed in optical retail outlets or other establishments with optical dispensing departments, or they may be self-employed. Student opticians and opticians who are managers of optical retail outlets are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
College education or apprenticeship training usually required
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Wages
$20.00/hour
Median wage in the Thompson–Okanagan Region
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Prospects
Good
The job prospects are good in the Thompson–Okanagan Region
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Jobs
1 job
advertised near Kelowna (BC)
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Skills
- Supervise or manage activities of other opticians or student opticians
- Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses
- Advise on use and care of contact lenses
- Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses
- Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
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