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Human Services Optician

Opticians fit and adapt eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aids and other optical appliances according to prescriptions.

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  • Related School Subjects Language Arts; Mathematics; and Science (Biology; and Physics)
  • Field of Study Business, Management and Administrative Studies; and Personal and Food Services
  • Duties
  • Working Conditions

    Opticians are on their feet for much of their working day. Those working in retail stores may be required to work some evenings and weekends.

  • Personal
  • Education
  • Advancement
  • Salary

    Salaries vary considerably depending on the company and the opticians' skills. Some opticians are paid commissions on the sale of optical devices.

    According to the 2009 Alberta Wage and Salary Survey, Albertans in the Opticians occupational group earned from $10.00 to $35.00 an hour. The average wage was $19.16 an hour.

    For more detailed information, see WAGEinfo.

  • Other Sources

    Post-secondary institution calendars and websites (see Educational Requirements above)

    EDinfo website: www.alis.alberta.ca/edinfo

    Alberta Opticians Association (AOA) website: www.opticians.ab.ca

    Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) website: www.opticians.ca

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