fEBRUARY 27-March 1, 2026

Career Pathways in Opticianry: Ownership vs. Employment in the Optical Business

Workshop A

Saturday - 9:00 - 10:40 am  - Free -Advance Registration Required

Dream of Owning Your Own Optical or Elevating Your Practice? Join Our Exclusive 2-Hour Workshop

• Develop your  strategy for opening their own dispensary.
• Evaluation of type of business, location, and strategic position & profitability.
• Understand the concept of independent ownership vs. franchise vs. partnership.

Act fast and secure your spot as space is limited.

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Apprentice / Sponsor Orientation

Workshop B

*This course is required within one year of the issuance of your apprentice license.

Saturday 1:00 - 2:40 pm, $29 Advance Registration

All Florida Apprentices are required to attend an approved two-hour Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation course within one year of registering with the Department of Health. This webinar will fulfill your orientation course requirement and it includes the latest requirements, current deadlines, new exam updates and educational options for Apprentices.

Hands-on Frame Fitting and Adjustments

 Workshop C

Saturday - 3:00 - 4:40 pm - $37 Advance Registration

Opticians are constantly tasked with fitting and adjusting several common materials used in eyewear manufacturing, but there are some materials that require special attention and care before fitting and adjusting.  These special materials are often feared and met with resistance by opticians when it comes to fitting and adjusting, although here's nothing to fear.