Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 223600 - 2022/2023
George Stanley, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3225, George.Stanley@daytonastate.edu
Melissa Brown, Academic Advisor, 386-506-3052, Melissa.Brown@daytonastate.edu
Maggie Muszka, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-3080, Magdolna.Muszka@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of this program is to train competent entry-level opticians that will contribute to the community’s enhancement of quality eye care.
Description:
The Optician Technology program will offer didactic and clinical training in the use of specialized equipment and procedures that will allow graduates to assist in the correction of vision deficiencies as part of a health care team.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Perform entry-level skills competently, with regard to surfacing, edging, finishing and mounting lenses.
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Fit and dispense lenses, frames and contact lenses as well as perform repairs on frames.
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Demonstrate effective knowledge of the effects ophthalmic devices have on vision correction.
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Apply professional behaviors within the ophthalmic healthcare setting.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
Tuition and Fees*: $7,371.36
Access Fee: $80.64 ($1.12 per credit)
Assessment Fee: $34
Lab Fees: $292 - $355
Textbook Estimate: $600
Licensure Fees: $300
FDLE/FBI Background Screening: $90
*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.
Additional Admission Requirements
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This is a limited access program.
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Students must have a standard high school diploma (or GED) and be at least 18 years of age to enroll.
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Attendance at a program information session is required. Dates will be announced.
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Applicants starting in a Florida Public high school in 2003 or after and graduating from a Florida public high school with a standard high school diploma and active duty military are exempt from any placement testing. Those applicants that have successfully completed college level English and/or Math may be exempt from placement testing. All other applicants are required to take the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) and be at the 10th grade level for reading, language and arithmetic.
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Admissions into the program will be contingent on the satisfactory completion of both a drug screen and a background check consisting of a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). A second screening will be required in the third semester of the program.
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Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers to include adults, infants, children, and AED affiliated with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Additional Completion Requirements
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This is a limited access program. Continuing enrollment approval will be required to enroll in the program specific courses based on a selection process after completing the General Education classes required.
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Completion of the following courses with a grade of 'C' or better is suggested before submitting a request for continuing enrollment: ENC1101 (Introduction to Composition), MAC1105 (College Algebra) or MGF2106 (Survey in Mathematics) and HSC1000 (Introduction to Health Care).
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Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better to apply for continuing enrollment.
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Submit the completed application for continuing enrollment to the School of Health Careers.
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Students will be held accountable for the policies and procedures of the Optician Technology program as outlined in the OT student handbook, as well as the College Student Handbook.
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General Education Courses
General Education Core - 18 Credits
General Education courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
Communication Core (3 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
MAC1105: Students seeking to transfer to a Bachelor's program are recommended to complete MAC1105 to satisfy their Mathematics core requirement.
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences Core (6 credits)
POS2041: This course satisfies the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
Program specific courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
| OPT1110 | Geometric and Optical Theory I | 3 |
| OPT1115 | Geometric and Optical Theory II | 3 |
| OPT1150 | Introduction to Ophthalmic Procedure | 3 |
| OPT1150L | Ophthalmic Laboratory I | 3 |
| OPT1155L | Ophthalmic Laboratory II | 3 |
| OPT1460 | Ophthalmic Dispensing I | 3 |
| OPT1460L | Ophthalmic Dispensing Laboratory I | 1 |
| OPT2030 | Certification Review | 3 |
| OPT2060 | Ophthalmic Management and Leadership | 3 |
| OPT2200 | Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye | 3 |
| OPT2375 | Refractometry | 3 |
| OPT2375L | Refractometry Laboratory I | 2 |
| OPT2376L | Refractometry Laboratory II | 2 |
| OPT2461 | Ophthalmic Dispensing II | 3 |
| OPT2461L | Ophthalmic Dispensing Laboratory II | 1 |
| OPT2500C | Contact Lens Theory and Laboratory I | 4 |
| OPT2505C | Contact Lens Theory and Laboratory II | 4 |
| OPT2800 | Vision Care Clinic I | 2 |
| OPT2801 | Vision Care Clinic II | 2 |
Additional Required Course
| HSC1000 | Introduction to Health Care | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester - Spring
| HSC1000 | Introduction to Health Care | 3 |
| OPT1110 | Geometric and Optical Theory I | 3 |
| OPT1460 | Ophthalmic Dispensing I | 3 |
| OPT1460L | Ophthalmic Dispensing Laboratory I | 1 |
| OPT2200 | Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye | 3 |
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
2nd Semester - Summer
| OPT1150 | Introduction to Ophthalmic Procedure | 3 |
| OPT1115 | Geometric and Optical Theory II | 3 |
| OPT2461 | Ophthalmic Dispensing II | 3 |
| OPT2461L | Ophthalmic Dispensing Laboratory II | 1 |
3rd Semester - Fall
| OPT1150L | Ophthalmic Laboratory I | 3 |
| OPT2060 | Ophthalmic Management and Leadership | 3 |
| OPT2375 | Refractometry | 3 |
| OPT2375L | Refractometry Laboratory I | 2 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
Mathematics Core: Students seeking to transfer to a Bachelor's program are recommended to complete MAC1105 to satisfy their Mathematics core requirement.
Year 2
1st Semester - Spring
| OPT1155L | Ophthalmic Laboratory II | 3 |
| OPT2376L | Refractometry Laboratory II | 2 |
| OPT2500C | Contact Lens Theory and Laboratory I | 4 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
| Humanities Core | 3 |
POS2041: This course satisfies the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
2nd Semester - Summer
| OPT2505C | Contact Lens Theory and Laboratory II | 4 |
| OPT2800 | Vision Care Clinic I | 2 |
3rd Semester - Fall
| OPT2801 | Vision Care Clinic II | 2 |
| OPT2030 | Certification Review | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 72