Careers in the optical field.

Ophthalmology - is the branch of medicine and surgery dealing with with eye, and its practioners are called ophthalmic surgeons or ophthalmologits.

Optometrist - Is a qualified person who carries out eye examination and supplies spectacles, contact lenses and other optical appliances when needed. Click to know more >>

Refractionist - Is an optician or other practioner carrying out refraction. Refraction is a term used to denote the process of detecting and estimating the refractive errors (defects of vision).

Dispensing Optician - Is a qualified person who dispenses prescribed spectacles and contact lenses and other optical appliances when needed. Commonly referred to as an Optician, they are qualified to make and supply spectacles and contact lenses. Click to know more >>

Optical Technician - Is a person who surfaces, glazes and fits lenses into frames in the optical lab or workshop.

Useful addresses of Schools, Colleges and Universities offering Optometry and
Dispensing Optics Courses.