Professional Opticians of Florida

ABO & NCLE Exam Reviews (Online)

Start
January 01, 2024
End
December 31, 2024
Location
Online

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Professional Opticians of Florida have partnered with WINK Productions to offer a new on-line program developed to review the fundamentals needed to help you prepare for the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) Certification Examinations required for licensure in Florida.

Each virtual interactive lesson consists of slides, audio, speaker notes and a quiz, allowing you to review and complete the training independently. Online testing can make sure the most important information is understood. And, interactive education is more fun and more likely to be retained.

Your email confirmation will include information on accessing the review courses.

POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.

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CE's on the Seas 2025

Start
January 23, 2025
1:00 PM
End
January 27, 2025
8:00 AM
Location
9241 Charles M Rowland Dr, Port Canaveral, FL 32920
Spaces left
4

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CE's on the Seas 2025

Join POF on a Voyage to Remember

Sailing out of Port Canaveral, FL to the Bahamas!

Join us on Carnival Cruise Lines

Carnival Freedom

*All prices are based on double occupancy. Port fees and taxes are included (gratuities not included)*

Interior Cabin- Starting as low as $434.65

Oceanview - Starting as low as $474.65

Balcony & Suite - Starting as low as $622.65

Cabin Group Block Expired- Contact Travel Advisers International for Cabin Information

Call your POF Travel Agent:

Travel Advisers International

401-427-0806

Cruise Itinerary:

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 - Depart Port Canaveral, FL -3:30 PM

5 hours of education offered

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 - Nassau, Bahamas - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

2 hours of education offered

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 - Princess Cays, Bahamas - 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM

2 hours of education offered

Sunday, Jan 26, 2025 - Fun Day at Sea

7 hours of education offered

Monday, Jan 27, 2025 - Arrive Port Canaveral, FL - 8:00 AM -disembark

20 hours of approved Florida credit*

16 hours of ABO/NCLE credit while having FUN!

Due to the nature of this event,

event education registration fees are non refundable

*2 hours of Florida Laws & Rules and 2 hours of Reduction of Medical Errors will be offered as a take-to-cabin course and exam. If you turn in your exam by the end of the cruise, you will receive your CE slip for credit before you disembark. Those who prefer to complete those courses at your leisure will be given the option to take the courses as home study courses on pofce.org free of charge or to attend the two courses at any live POF event in the 2025 free of charge.

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Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation Webinar

When
January 28, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Webinar-Online

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All Florida Apprentices are required to attend an approved two-hour Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation course within one year of registering for

their program. This webinar will fulfill your orientation course requirement and it includes the latest requirements, current deadlines, new exam updates and educational options for Apprentices.

A limited number of spaces are available during the webinar, and they will be offered on a first-come first-served basis. Sponsors of Apprentices can participate on the space available basis, however, this webinar will NOT be available for CE credit to Florida Opticians.

This webinar is FREE to all Future Optician Members of POF and the standard rate of only $29 for Apprentices that are not members of POF. Join POF as a Future Optician Member for only $45 a year for the many benefits, including this Webinar.

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ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

Start
February 03, 2025
7:00 PM
End
March 10, 2025
9:00 PM
Location
Online Webinar

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ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series:

Professional Opticians of Florida is pleased to offer the ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series. This ABO Basic Certification Webinar Series consists of 6 - (2) hour sessions instructed by, Lisa Griffin , an Opticianry program instructor. Your instructor will help you prepare for the ABO exam by teaching appropriate materials and answering any questions in advance of your exam.

ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

February 3

February 10

February 17

February 24

March 3

March 10

Webinar Hours: 7 - 9pm

This review course covers the core areas of knowledge to assist in preparation for the ABO Basic Certification Exam. Topics reviewed include:

I. Ophthalmic Optics

Terminology

Lens characteristics, powers and formulas

Multifocals

Lens Materials

Prism

II. Ocular Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology

Structure of the eye and function

Refractive errors

III. Ophthalmic Products

Lenses & Frames

Applying produce Knowledge

Verifying frame and lens parameters

IV. Instrumentation

Use of lens power devices

Select ophthalmic tool, instruments, and equipment

Use and maintain ophthalmic tool, instruments, and equipment

V. Dispensing Procedure

Visual needs for lifestyle and occupational activities

Fitting, adjusting, measuring, and verification

VI. Laws, Regulations, and Standards

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NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

Start
February 05, 2025
7:00 PM
End
March 12, 2025
9:00 PM
Location
Online Webinar

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NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series:

Professional Opticians of Florida is pleased to offer the NCLE Exam Review Webinar Series. This NCLE webinar series consists of 6 - (2) hour sessions instructed by, Lisa Griffin , an Opticianry program instructor. Your instructor will help you prepare for the NCLE exam by teaching appropriate materials and answering any questions in advance of your exam.

NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

February 5

February 12

February 19

February 26

March 5

March 12

Webinar Hours: 7 - 9pm

This course will prepare the candidate for the NCLE Basic Certification Examination.

Topics will include:

Domain I -

Ocular Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the eye as it pertains to contact lens wear and

Domain II -

Refractive errors regarding ametropias and optical conditions related to contact lenses.

Domain III -

Pre-fitting techniques will be discussed to evaluate the relationship between the corneal readings and the refractive error to identify the possible need for specialty materials and designs.

Domain V and VI –

Will discuss the diagnostic fitting and dispensing of both soft and rigid lenses, including aftercare, wearing schedules and patient hygiene.
This Domain will also include the use of instruments, tests and evaluation procedures.

Domain VII –

Will discuss follow-up and problem solving protocol as it relates to normal and abnormal symptoms and

Domain VIII –

Will discuss the legal aspects of contact lenses and tolerance standards utilized in contact lens fitting.

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2025 West Coast Better Vision Conference

Start
May 16, 2025
10:00 AM
End
May 18, 2025
2:00 PM
Location
Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, 105 N Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

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We are looking forward to seeing you and your colleagues at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront for West Coast Better Vision 2024.

You can look forward to multiple educational options every hour so that you can choose the topics and a schedule that fit your needs. We have scheduled a full, education-packed weekend for Opticians, Apprentice Opticians, and Student Opticians.

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Schedule at a Glance

Friday, May 16, 2025

10:00 am Registration Desk Opens

12:00 pm CE Courses Start

Saturday, May 17, 2025

7:30 am Registration Desk Opens

8:00 am CE Courses Start

11:45 am Lunch & Trade Show

Once education ends on Saturday, please join us for Happy Hour in the Trade Show followed by Opticians After Dark

Sunday, May 18, 2025

7:30am Registration Desk Opens

8:00am CE Courses Start

West Coast Better Vision Education Schedule

Only 8 Miles from the Majestic Sands of Clearwater Beach

15 Minutes to St. Petersburg/ Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

Just 20 Minutes from Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Hotel rooms only $149/night

$10 nightly valet/$6 daily valet: Complementary self parking

No Resort fees

72 Hr Cancellation policy

105 N. Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

727-726-1161 Ext 7100 or In-House Reservations

Group #: POF/West Coast Better Vision Group

Please book by April 15, 2025

*Do Not Book Online*

*Book Early as the Hotel Sells Out*

POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.

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Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program @ 2025 West Coast Better Vision

Start
May 16, 2025
12:00 PM
End
May 18, 2025
4:00 PM
Location
Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, 105 N Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Spaces left
36

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Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program

POF's 32 hours of training in Contact Lenses meets and exceeds the Apprenticeship Requirements and Training Program for an Apprentice with a sponsor that is not Board Certified. (FL Admin Rule 64B12-16.003)

Professional Opticians of Florida (POF) has formulated their experience and resources to offer a contact lens program designed specifically for Apprentice Opticians in Florida. This new 32-hour course will be offered in two parts: 13 hours of on-line training, plus 19 hours of live and hands-on clinical training offered at this conference.

PART 1: Available Online in advance of workshop

The first part of the program is delivered on-line and covers contact Lens theory in carefully designed modules that can be completed at your own pace and in advance of the live hands-on clinical Part 2.

Part 2: Clinical Workshop in Safety Harbor at POF’s West Coast Better Vision 2020 Event

This part of the program is offered as a clinical workshop model, which is delivered over a three-day weekend. You will spend nineteen (19) hours with highly skilled contact lens instructors learning the key concepts of Contact Lens fitting firsthand.

Be sure to register for the Certificate program now and complete the 13 hours of training online in Part 1 before Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 to be eligible to take the clinical workshops listed above.

Discounted POF Members Registration Total: $425 (including a complimentary one-year POF apprentice membership)

For additional information on any of these Apprentice Training programs or to register, visit: POF.org/apprentice.

MORE on the Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program

Only 8 Miles from the Majestic Sands of Clearwater Beach
15 Minutes to St. Petersburg/ Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Just 20 Minutes from Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Hotel rooms only $149/night
$10 nightly valet/$6 daily valet: Complementary self parking
No Resort fees
72 Hr Cancellation policy

105 N. Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

727-726-1161 Ext 7100 or In-House Reservations

Group #: POF/West Coast Better Vision Group

Please book by April 15, 2025

*Do Not Book Online*

*Book Early as the Hotel Sells Out*

POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.

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Contact Lens Fitting Course for Board Certification

Start
May 16, 2025
12:00 PM
End
May 18, 2025
2:00 PM
Location
West Coast Better Vision 2022, Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, 105 North Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Spaces left
20

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FLORIDA's 20 HOUR CONTACT LENS

FITTING COURSE For Florida Board Certification

A 20 hour course covering state-of-the-art contact lens technologies and fitting techniques presented by the Professional Opticians of Florida.

Become a Florida Board Certified Optician

Earn the required 20 hours of training for your State Board of Opticianry Certification. This course fulfills the educational requirement to enable Florida opticians to fill, fit, adapt, and dispense contact lenses without the supervision of the prescriber. FL Statue 484.002(6)

Education Schedule: New format with an advance live online webinar

Monday, May 12: 6:30 - 9:30pm Live Online Webinar*

Friday, May 16: Noon - 5:00pm at West Coast Better Vision, Classroom & Hands-on

Saturday, May 17: 9:00 - 5:00pm at West Coast Better Vision, Classroom & Hands-on

Sunday, May 18: 9:00 - 2:00pm at West Coast Better Vision, Classroom

The course will include discussion and review of the following topics:

Optical anatomy and physiology
Indications and contra-indications of contact lens fitting
Identification of abnormal responses secondary to contact lens wear
Basic rigid and soft lens design
Fitting and follow-up care
Identify fluorescein contact lens patterns
Special lens designs and fittings
Review of clinical fitting case examples
4 hour hands-on workshop with slit-lamps & keratometers

Additional Information

LOCATION:

Only 8 Miles from the Majestic Sands of Clearwater Beach

15 Minutes to St. Petersburg/ Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

Just 20 Minutes from Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Hotel rooms only $149/night

$10 nightly valet/$6 daily valet: Complementary self parking

No Resort fees

72 Hr Cancellation policy

105 N. Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

727-726-1161 Ext 7100 or In-House Reservations

Group #: POF/West Coast Better Vision Group

Please book by April 15, 2025

*Do Not Book Online*

*Book Early as the Hotel Sells Out*

POF’s goal is to provide you with the friendliest service possible and to treat you as the professional that you are. We accept all major credit cards & personal/company checks in advance & on-site.

Due to the nature of this event cancellations up to 2 weeks prior will be issued a credit on their POF account to use for membership or a future education event. Cancellations after 2 weeks education registration fees will not be credited or refunded.

Special Accommodations: In accordance with ADA, if you have any special requirements that we need to accommodate? Please call 850-201-2622. Pre-registration and 7 days advance written notice is required.

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