Education and Training Requirements
High School
Ophthalmic laboratory technicians need a high school diploma. While in high school, you should take courses in physics, algebra, geometry, and mechanical drawing. Become comfortable working with computers to prepare for working with computerized and highly technical machinery in the workplace. Technical or shop classes can also be useful to improve your manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
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