Program Summary As an Optometric Technician (Optical Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician), the student will be trained to work under the supervision of a licensed eye care professional. Optometric Technicians assist in testing patients' vision, providing frame styling services, and instructing patients in contact lens handling. The course combines 140 hours of classroom instruction with an off-site 120-hour externship to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience.

Course Fee: Course tuition is $2,695 (includes books, student tool kit, consumable supplies, externship, and course completion certificate). PAYMENT IN FULL MUST BE MADE TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE START OF CLASS.

Financial Assistance: Because this is a not-for-credit, vocational training program, Delta's usual financial aid does not apply. Financial assistance is available in the form of a Sallie Mae student loan. You can apply online. BEFORE YOU APPLY, download this data sheet, which contains information that you will need in order to complete the online application. Financing is available from SLM Financial.

Cancellation Policy: Your registration is not complete until you have signed and returned the Cancellation, Transfer, & Refund Policy. Please download your copy of this form, sign it, and return it.

Externships: Eligible students who commit to a full-time externship (five business days a week) will be placed in an externship no later than 90 days from the end of the classroom portion of any course. Eligible students who commit to a part-time externship (two to four business days per week) will be placed in an externship no later than 180 days from the end of the classroom portion of any course. Students may be required to travel 60 miles in one direction to an externship site. An eligible student is one who has all prerequisites on file with Boston Reed and has successfully completed the classroom portion of the course, and has complied with all policies and procedures and met all financial obligations. Prerequisites are as follows: externship questionnaire, proof of computer literacy, CPR for the Healthcare Provider, proof of a current physical examination, tuberculosis screening, and a resume.

Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age and high school completion or its equivalent. Students need competency in, or completion of a course in, basic computer operations. Students will be required to have access to the Internet, printing capabilities, and an e-mail address. Prior to placement in an externship, students will need: to show proof of completion of CPR for the Healthcare Provider course; to have a health examination including TB testing; and to submit a resume.