O pticianry is about helping people - helping them obtain eye glasses or contact lenses that can be worn comfortably and satisfy their optical physiological, cosmetic, and lifestyle needs. SIPI's Optical Technology Program trains students to be employed as dispensers, technicians or assistants. They are employed in retail eyewear establishments, wholesale laboratories, optometric and opthalmology offices, hospitals and clinics. They may also work in optical firms as representatives and in other areas in the optical field.
Some opticians become self-employed.
The Optical Technology Program offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree or a Certificate of Completion designed to prepare optical students for an allied health career. SIPI's Optical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Opticianry Accreditation. SIPI graduates can be certified by the American Board of Opticianry and by the National Contact Lens Examiners and also can become state licensed opticians where applicable.