Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program
The Professional Opticians of Florida (POF) offers a comprehensive 32-hour Contact Lens Certificate Program that meets and exceeds Florida’s Apprenticeship Training Requirements for apprentices sponsored by a non–Board Certified optician, in accordance with Florida Administrative Rule 64B12-16.003.
Designed specifically for Florida Apprentice Opticians, this blended program combines flexible online learning with hands-on clinical training led by experienced contact lens professionals.
Program at a Glance
Total Training: 32 Hours
- 13 hours of self-paced education
- 19 hours of live clinical training
Apprentices build a strong foundation online before applying their skills during an immersive clinical workshop.
Part 1: Online Education (13 Hours)
Complete the online coursework at your own pace before attending the live workshop. The curriculum covers essential contact lens theory and prepares participants for hands-on clinical training.
Part 2: Live Clinical Workshop (19 Hours)
Orlando, FL — POF’s Summer Showcase 2026, Orlando, FL
This intensive three-day workshop provides real-world experience in:
- Patient care and education
Participants work directly with expert instructors in a supervised clinical environment.
Registration Requirement
To attend the clinical workshop, participants must:
- Register for the Certificate Program
- Complete all 13 online hours by September 6, 2026
Tuition
POF Member Rate: $425
Includes a complimentary one-year POF Apprentice Membership.
Learn More & Register
Visit POF.org/apprentice for program details and registration.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel for any reason and receive 100% credit toward a future POF event.
- Cancellations received 14 days or more before the event will receive a credit to the participant's POF account.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of the event are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Special Accommodations
ADA accommodations are available upon request.
Please call 850-201-2622. Pre-registration and seven (7) days' written notice are required.
For additional information or to register for the Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program, visit:
Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program
14651 Chelonia Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 390-2300
Please call The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek 407-390-2300 and ask for the Professional Opticians of Florida group rate of $165 per night or click below to book online. Please book before August 19, 2026.
Driving Directions to Hotel
- Resort fee waived
- Self-Parking $15
- Valet Parking $38
To ensure your stay is both convenient and cost-effective, POF secures a limited number of rooms at an exclusive group rate. The deadline to secure your special group rate is listed under each event, and availability if first-come, first-served. Once the block is sold out, this discounted rate will no longer be available.
Act promptly and reserve your room today!
Book Overflow Hotel
Melia Orlando Celebration
225 Celebration Place
Kissimmee, FL 34747
One Bedroom King Suite $109/night
One Bedroom 2 Queens Suite $129/ night
- $32 Resort Fee Waived (Please note the resort fee will show up on the reservation at the time of booking, but it will be waived upon check in.
- Complimentary self parking
- Complimentary theme park transportation
- Complimentary Wifi
- Access to 40,000 AventHealth's Fitness and Wellness center
- 20% off Spa services
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, do 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.
