Professional Opticians of Florida

ABO & NCLE Exam Reviews (Online)

Start
January 01, 2025
End
December 31, 2025
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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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

**Online Registration is Closed**

We are looking forward to seeing you and your colleagues at the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa.

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

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa boasts a prime location on the shores of Tampa Bay, where tranquility is the rule, not the exception. Less than 20 minutes from both Tampa and St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airports, its setting offers the ultimate in convenience: located along the pristine waterfront in Tampa Bay and within walking distance of downtown Safety Harbor shops and restaurants.

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

Book Online

Use link above to book online– enter your check-in and check-out dates and select the “Code Applied” button from the drop down menu and enter the Group number 39M8Z4. Then hit the Update/Search Rooms button – your group rate will come up as available.

The group rate is only available online for the nights of 5/14, 5/15, 5/16 and 5/17 – if you try to book pre or post dates, it will say the resort has no availability. Any pre/post stays will need to be made directly with the Resort so availability can be checked as we have limited availability.

The group rate is $149, but the online system will show your rate to include the resort fee. PLEASE IGNORE THIS. The group will NOT pay the Resort Fee and this will be fixed upon check in. When reserving online, you are only holding the room with a credit card and you will not be charged until arrival.

*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.

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.

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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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
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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 2025 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.

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Safety Harbor Resort and Spa boasts a prime location on the shores of Tampa Bay, where tranquility is the rule, not the exception. Less than 20 minutes from both Tampa and St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airports, its setting offers the ultimate in convenience: located along the pristine waterfront in Tampa Bay and within walking distance of downtown Safety Harbor shops and restaurants.

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

Overflow Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

3211 Executive Drive, Clearwater, FL, 33762

Last Day to Book-May 1, 2025

Rates-$149-$169

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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
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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

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa boasts a prime location on the shores of Tampa Bay, where tranquility is the rule, not the exception. Less than 20 minutes from both Tampa and St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airports, its setting offers the ultimate in convenience: located along the pristine waterfront in Tampa Bay and within walking distance of downtown Safety Harbor shops and restaurants.

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

Overflow Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

3211 Executive Drive, Clearwater, FL, 33762

Last Day to Book-May 1, 2025

Rates-$149-$169

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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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Special Hands-on Frame Fitting Course for 32-hr Attendees @ West Coast Better Vision 2025

When
May 16, 2025
5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, 105 N Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
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*Online Registration is Closed*

Special Session for 32-hr Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program Attendees

Hands-on Frame Fitting and Adjustments

Friday, May 16, 2025 @ 5:15 pm - 6:55pm

$37 Registration Fee

Due to the nature of this event registration will close on Sunday, May 11, 2025 and no onsite registrations will be allowed for this event.

Course Description

Opticians are constantly tasked with fitting and adjusting several common materials used in eyewear manufacturing, but there are some materials that require special attention and care before fitting and adjusting. These special materials are often feared and met with resistance by opticians when it comes to fitting and adjusting, although there's nothing to fear.

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Hillsborough Community College Opticianry Program's 50th Anniversary Celebration

When
May 16, 2025
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, 105 North Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

*Registration is Closed*

Friday, May 16th

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

POF West Coast Better Vision Conference

Safety Harbor Resort & Spa

Four Springs Ballroom

105 North Bayshore Drive

Safety Harbor, FL 34695

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Palm Beach Chapter Education

When
June 04, 2025
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Quality Optical Sevices, 6301 Georgia Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
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PALM BEACH CHAPTER

Invites you to an evening of fun and quality optical education!

3 Hours of Continuing Education

June 4, 2025

Quality Optical Services:

6301 Georgia Avenue

West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Limited Registration Seats!

Check-in: 5:30pm-6:00pm

6:00 - 6:50 pm - Current Lens Fabrication Technology Lab Tour

1 Hour Technical

by Bill Grandy

6:50 - 7:00 pm - Dinner served to enjoy during the next hour

7:00 - 7:50 pm - Second Pair Lens Options for All Patients

1 Hour Technical

by Steve Apat, LDO

8:00 - 8:50 pm - Camber Technology - The Next Generation of Digital Progressive Lenses

1 Hour Technical

by Steve Apat, LDO

Seating is limited.

Member Rate - $30.00

Standard Rate - $30.00 + $20.00 per hour of education

*Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended

*No Onsite Registrations*

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.

(CE Provider #50-1645)

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Tallahassee Chapter Education

When
June 08, 2025
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
Lake Jackson Community Center, 3840 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303
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TALLAHASSEE CHAPTER PRESENTS

6 HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

June 8, 2025

LAKE JACKSON COMMUNITY CENTER

3840 N. MONROE ST

Tallahassee, FL 32303

*Lunch provided*

9:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - Check In

9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. - Thick or Thin: What Really Matters When it Comes to Lens Thickness

Barb Malobabich, ABOC - One (1) Hour Technical

10:20 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. - Camber Technology: The Next Generation of Progressive Lenses

Barb Malobabich, ABOC - One (1) Hour Technical

11:10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. -Properly Fitting Eyewear Utilizing Bespoke Services

Jill Kielas, ABOC - One (1) Hour Technical

12:00 p.m. – 12:15 p.m. - Break for lunch service-Enjoy lunch during the next session

12:15 p.m. – 1:05 p.m. - How to Select and Guide Patients on Eyewear Color

Jill Kielas, ABOC - One (1) Hour Technical

1:05 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. - Reduction of Medical Errors

Anna Cox, LDO - Two (2) Hours Medical Errors

Members - $35.00 education included

Nonmembers - $35.00 + $20.00 per hour

*Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended

*No Onsite Registrations*

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.

(CE Provider #50-1645)

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POF's West Coast Coast Chapter @ Future Optics Lab

When
June 11, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
11333 47th St, Clearwater, FL 33762
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WEST COAST CHAPTER PRESENTS

2 HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

June 11, 2025

Future Optics Lab

11333 47th St

Clearwater, FL 33762

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6:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. - Registration

6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. - Meal Provided

7:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. - Maintaining Excellence in the Dispensary

Carole Bratteig, LDO - One (1) Hour Technical

8:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m. - Lab and Lens Technology (Tour)

Judy Lew, LDO - One (1) Hour Technical

*Meal provided

Member Rate - $30.00

Standard Rate - $30.00 + $20.00 per hour of education

*Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended

*No Onsite Registrations*

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.

(CE Provider #50-1645)

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Treasure Coast Chapter Education

When
June 21, 2025
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
Advanced Eyecare Center, 2710 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
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Treasure Coast Chapter

Continuing Education

June 21, 2025 - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

4 Hours of CE Available

Advanced Eyecare Center

2710 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd

Port St. Lucie, FL 34953

10:45 am - 11:00 am
Registration & Check In

11:00 am - 12:40 pm

Frame Harmony: Mastering Frame Shape and Color to Complement Every Skin Tone

Stacie Hart Sidwell, LDO (2 hours) Technical

1:00 pm - 2:40 pm

Florida Laws & Rules

Samantha Gaines, LDO (2 hours) Laws & Rules

*Refreshments Provided*

*No On-Site Registrations*

POF Member Registration Rate: $35

Standard (non-member) Rate: $35 registration, plus $20 per hour of education

*Prices increase by $10 the week prior to the event

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Central Florida Chapter Education

When
July 12, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Marshall Optical Lab, 9 Sunshine Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
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CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER PRESENTS

4 HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

July 12, 2025

9 Sunshine Blvd

Ormond Beach, FL 32174

9:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Check In

10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. - HIPPA Basics for Eyecare Providers

Wes Stuart, LDO - One (1) Hour Elective

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. - Current Lens Fabrication Technology - Lab Tour

Danny Marshall - One (1) Hour Technical

12:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. - Refractometry for Contact Lens Fitters

Wes Stuart, LDO- Two (2) Hours Contact Lens

*Snacks & Drinks Provided*

Members - $35.00 education included

Nonmembers - $35.00 + $20.00 per hour

*Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended

*No Onsite Registrations*

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.

(CE Provider #50-1645)

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2025 Vision Preview

Start
July 25, 2025
10:00 AM
End
July 27, 2025
2:00 PM
Location
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, 19999 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL 33180

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Your friends at Professional Opticians of Florida look forward to you joining us at Vision Preview 2025 at a NEW Location & Time!

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa! We put together the best educational speakers in Opticianry for this weekend's event.

For Full Details on Vision Preview Click Here

Schedule at a Glance

Friday, July 25th

10:00 am Registration Desk Opens

12:00 pm CE Courses Start

Saturday, July 26th

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, July 27th

7:30am Registration Desk Opens

8:00am CE Courses Start

For the Vision Preview Education Schedule Click Here

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

Resort & Spa

Group Rate-$195/night
$20 Overnight Self Parking
$15 Daily Self Parking
Resort Fee $20 per room per night

Resort Fee Includes:

Daily Access to the Spa, Fitness Center, and Wellness Circuit including access to the Aromatherapy/Chromatherapy Steam Room and Himalayan Salt Therapy Suite, reservations required.
Daily Access to Cascata Pool (Adults Only)
Admission to Tidal Cove Water Park (based on legal occupancy of room type)
Daily Access to driving range with unlimited use of range golf balls. Reservations are required.
Use of resort bikes; unlimited time limit, reservations required
Children 3 years of age and under eat complimentary at CORSAIR (children’s menu)
Enhanced high-speed internet access in the guestroom

Book Hotel

19999 W Country Club Dr

Aventura, FL 33180

305-932-6200

Please call The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa In House Reservations at 786-279-6770 or toll free at 855-999-0493 and advise them you are with the POF - 2025 Vision Preview and ask for the POF group rate of $195 per night.

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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ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep (Live)

Start
July 26, 2025
8:30 AM
End
July 27, 2025
3:30 PM
Location
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, 19999 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL 33180

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LIVE ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep Courses:

July 26 & 27, 2025

POF, in conjunction with the UOA, is pleased to offer ABO and NCLE live Basic Certification Exam Prep Courses. These live ABO/NCLE exam preps are 6 hours each and are conducted by full time Opticianry program instructors who will review the exam materials and assist you in your exam preparations. The instructor will answer your questions and help you prepare by studying appropriate materials in advance of your exam.

ABO Basic Certification Exam Prep Course

Saturday, July 26, 2025

8:15 am Attendee check-in

8:30 -12:00 pm Welcome & Instruction: Exam Review

12:00 -1:00 pm Lunch on your own

1:00 -3:25 pm Instruction: Exam Review

3:25 -3:30 pm Evaluations, Wrap up & Thank you

NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep Course

Sunday, July 27, 2025

8:15 am Attendee check-in

8:30 -12:00 pm Welcome & Instruction: Exam Review

12:00 -1:00 pm Lunch on your own

1:00 -3:25 pm Instruction: Exam Review

3:25 -3:30 pm Evaluations, Wrap up & Thank you

Sponsored by:

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

Resort & Spa

Group Rate-$195/night
$20 Overnight Self Parking
$15 Daily Self Parking
Resort Fee $20 per room per night

Resort Fee Includes:

Daily Access to the Spa, Fitness Center, and Wellness Circuit including access to the Aromatherapy/Chromatherapy Steam Room and Himalayan Salt Therapy Suite, reservations required.
Daily Access to Cascata Pool (Adults Only)
Admission to Tidal Cove Water Park (based on legal occupancy of room type)
Daily Access to driving range with unlimited use of range golf balls. Reservations are required.
Use of resort bikes; unlimited time limit, reservations required
Children 3 years of age and under eat complimentary at CORSAIR (children’s menu)
Enhanced high-speed internet access in the guestroom

Book Hotel

19999 W Country Club Dr

Aventura, FL 33180

305-932-6200

Please call The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa In House Reservations at 786-279-6770 or toll free at 855-999-0493 and advise them you are with the POF - 2025 Vision Preview and ask for the POF group rate of $195 per night.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: POF and all other exam review courses can only be a part of a comprehensive study program. Successful exam candidates have used these POF exam review courses to answer questions and solidify knowledge gained by studying the recommended materials in advance of the reviews and exams. Both ABO & NCLE exams cover vast areas of knowledge from years of experience. We strongly recommend that you use this review course in conjunction with adequate individual study of quality review materials. POF’s recommended study guides for both the ABO and NCLE exams are available on the POF MarketPlace of this website.

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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Manasota Chapter Education

When
August 02, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Location
Fruitville Library, 100 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240
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Manasota Chapter Presents:

Optician Continuing Education

August 2, 2025

11:00 am - 2:30 pm

4 Hours of CE Available

Fruitville Library

100 Apex Road

Sarasota, FL 34240

Driving Directions

10:45 am
Registration & Check In

11:00 am- 11:50 am

Advance Your Dispensing Expertise By Using Freeform Lenses

Carole Bratteig, LDO, (1 hour) Technical

11:50 am-12:40 pm

Maintaining Excellence in the Dispensary

Carole Bratteig, LDO, (1 hour) Technical

12:40 pm-2:20 pm

Reduction of Medical Errors

Anna Cox, LDO (2 hours) Medical Errors

*Light snacks and drinks provided*

POF Member Rate: $35

Standard (non-member) Rate: $35 plus $20 per hour of education

*Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended

*No Onsite Registrations*

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.

(CE Provider #50-1645)

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2025 Summer Showcase Conference

Start
September 05, 2025
10:00 AM
End
September 07, 2025
2:00 PM
Location
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort, 422 N. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118

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Your friends at Professional Opticians of Florida look forward to you joining us at Summer Showcase 2025 at The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort! We put together the best educational speakers in Opticianry for this weekend's event.

For Full Details on Summer Showcase Click Here

Schedule at a Glance

Friday, September 5th

10:00 am Registration Desk Opens

12:00 pm CE Courses Start

Saturday, September 6th

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, September 7th

7:30am Registration Desk Opens

8:00am CE Courses Start

For the Summer Showcase Education Schedule Click Here

The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

422 N. Atlantic Ave

Daytona Beach, FL 32118

(386) 271-7979

Please call The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort 386-271-7979 and ask for the Professional Opticians of Florida group rate of $164 per night or click below to book online. Please book before August 25, 2025.

Resort Fees Reduced to $10
Valet Park $25
Self Park $10

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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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ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

Start
November 03, 2025
7:00 PM
End
December 08, 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

November 3

November 10

November 17

November 24

December 1

December 8

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
November 05, 2025
7:00 PM
End
December 10, 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

November 5

November 12

November 19

November 26

December 3

December 9

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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Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation Webinar

When
November 25, 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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Upcoming events

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105 N. Bayshore Dr. Safety Harbor, FL 34695

Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program

PART 1: Available Online in advance of workshop

Part 2: Clinical Workshop in Safety Harbor at POF’s West Coast Better Vision 2025 Event

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.

FLORIDA's 20 HOUR CONTACT LENS

FITTING COURSE For Florida Board Certification

Become a Florida Board Certified Optician

Education Schedule: New format with an advance live online webinar

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JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

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LIVE ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep Courses:

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

Resort & Spa

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The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

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

II. Ocular Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology

III. Ophthalmic Products

IV. Instrumentation

V. Dispensing Procedure

VI. Laws, Regulations, and Standards

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

Domain I -

Domain II -

Domain III -

Domain V and VI –

Domain VII –

Domain VIII –

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

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