Opticians Interpret Prescriptions Written By An Ophthalmologist Or Optometrist. They Measure, Adapt, Fit And Adjust Lenses, And Dispense Lenses, Spectacles, Eyeglasses, And Contact Lenses To The Intended Wearer To Correct Or Improve Vision.
Annually
GS 90, Article 17
Completion of Board Apprenticeship and Internship programs, or substantially-equivalent training and licensure from another state with a minimum required time in practice in the other state. Initial license printing is one-time $100 fee; annual renewal for all LDOs thereafter is $150.
Individuals employed in a doctor's (OD or MD) practice are covered under that doctor's license and are not required to be LDOs.
NC Board of Opticians
P.O. Box 6758
Raleigh, NC 27628-6758
919-420-1390
Opticians, Dispensing