CIP 51.1802: Optometric Technician/Assistant

A program that prepares individuals to assist optometrists in providing patient care, administering examinations and treatments, and performing office administrative functions. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology of the eye, visual testing, patient communication, patient preparation, medications and administration, dispensing and fitting of eyeglasses and contact lenses, record-keeping, and office management skills.

Part of 51 Health Professions and Related Programs 51.18 Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions

CIP 51.1802 links to 1 SOC 2018 occupation in the NCES and BLS crosswalk.

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Which occupations match CIP 51.1802?

CIP 51.1802 links to 1 SOC 2018 occupation in the NCES and BLS crosswalk. The match list on this page links each occupation.

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Official crosswalk: NCES and BLS, CIP 2020 to SOC 2018. NCES CIP 2020.