About the course

In this program,students experience a unique blend of health care and business management. Through theory and practical experience in labs/clinics, students learn to competently dispense eyeglasses, contact lenses and sub-normal vision devices, and learn about basic refraction. Students gain a strong foundation of ocular sciences in optics and anatomy, and are provided the expertise necessary to layout and edge lenses for frame insertion, as well as repair, customize and modify eyewear to the patient/clients? needs. Emphasis is also placed on professional services. Through critical thinking, problem solving, and entrepreneurial skills, students learn how to establish and operate a small business, how to use effective sales techniques, and enhance communication and interpersonal skills in order to be successful in the optical retail environment. Upon successful completion of the academic and co-operative education semesters, students are eligible to write the national registration examinations which allow them, if successful, to practice in Canada as a Registered Optician. Opticians are long-standing members of the health care delivery team in a field for which there is a growing universal need. Registered Opticians may dispense eyewear independently or as part of the eye care team. Consequently, graduates may aspire to operate their own businesses. As recognized professionals under the Regulated Health Professions Act, fulltime career possibilities, including managerial roles, exist in large retail optical chains, independent dispensaries and medical clinics in Ontario and across Canada. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$42,870

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Barrie
Fall (September), 2024	Barrie
Winter (January), 2025	Barrie
Fall (September), 2025	Barrie
Winter (January), 2026	Barrie

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Georgian College

Secondary or high school transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken, and grades received

　　Math and English credits are required at the Grade 12 level

　　OSSD or equivalent with

　　Grade 12 English (C or U)

　　Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)

　　Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U) OR Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C or U) Chemistry OR Grade 11 or 12 (U), or Grade 12 (C) Physics

　　You must meet ONE of the following requirements to be eligible for admission to these programs:

　　Secondary school applicants:

　　OSS Curriculum: OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U), plus any Grade 12 College Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C) or any Grade 12 University Mathematics, plus any one of Grade 11 College Biology or 11 or 12 University Biology (SBI3C, SBI4U, SBI3U) OR Grade 11 University or Grade 12 College or University Chemistry (SCH3U, SCH4C, SCH4U), OR Grade 11 or 12 University or 12 College Physics (SPH4C, SPH3U, SPH4U)

　　TOEFL Internet-based test (IBT) – 79

　　TOEFL Paper-based test – 550

　　IELTS Academic only – 6.0

　　Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) - 76

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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