Overview

On the Opticianry programme from Douglas College you’ll study all areas of modern opticianry, including eyeglasses, contact lenses and refraction technologies. Classes take place three days per week, which means you’ll be able to work part time while you study. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to take the national licensing exam, which is a required step in becoming a licensed optician in B.C.

A practical education

You’ll gain real-world experience in eye testing, automatic refracting, and eyeglass and contact lens dispensing through the Douglas College Vision Care Centre, a retail facility located on campus that is open to the public.

You’ll work with standard and specialized optical equipment with a complete eyeglass dispensing service, including a comprehensive contact lens lab with five fitting rooms and one automated refraction station.

Sharpen your skills with retail site placements that offer practical experience and job contacts necessary to jump-start your career.

Career Pathways

Career opportunities include:

Contact Lens Dispenser

Contact Lens Technician

Contact Lens Fitter

Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Opticians Office Manager

Licensed Optician

Optical Device Dispenser

Optical Frame Fitter

Optical Laboratory Technician

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interpersonal Skills for the Workplace

Opticianry Clinical Practice

Opticianry Eyeglass Practicum

Theory in Contact Lenses and Optical Technologies

Clinical in Contact Lenses and Optical Technologies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International

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For domestic students applications close online at 4:00pm the Friday before the start of each semester.

Language

English

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

63 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Westminster, Canada

Disciplines

Optometry View 6 other Bachelors in Optometry in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

General College Admission Requirements

High School Graduation or equivalent *

Any Math 11 with a grade of "C-" or better (or equivalent)

A completed and signed Optical Tour Form

Applicants may be required to attend a personal interview in order to provide information and academic clarification.

Criminal Record Check (CRC) - This program requires students to train in an environment that demands individuals to provide proof of a satisfactorily completed, current CRC for the protection of the clients. To meet this requirement, prospective students must submit to a current CRC as a condition of entry to the program. All costs related to the completion of this search are the responsibility of the individual student.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23910 CAD / year

≈ 23910 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

9160 CAD / year

≈ 9160 CAD / year

Living costs

New Westminster

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

A practical education

Career Pathways

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

New Westminster

Funding

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