Australasian College of Optical Dispensing
Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of optical dispensers who dispense and supply optical appliances as prescribed by optometrists and/or ophthalmologists in accordance with The Australian Standards. Optical dispensers practice in a range of environments including optical dispensaries, optometric practices and laboratories. They may be self-employed or employed by another optical dispenser, an optometrist, a major optical dispensing company or other retailers. This is the highest level qualification for optical dispensing in Australia.
Delivery mode
Australasian College of Optical Dispensing offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- 108 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, WA
- 130 Great North Road, Five Dock, NSW
- 149 Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove, QLD
- 15 Help Street, Chatswood, NSW
- 28 Drummond Street, Carlton, VIC
- 61 Davey, St Hobart, TAS
- Building 28, Bruce, ACT
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The candidate must:
- have access to at least 100 hours of work experience in a retail optical dispensary in Australia
- have the support of workplace supervisors
- complete the LLN assessment at a ACSF (Australian Core Skills Framework) level 3
Course fees
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- TAS Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the TAS Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing will prepare you for the following roles.
Optical Dispenser
An Optical Dispenser fits and prepares optical pieces such as glasses or vision aides. You might prepare lenses according to a prescription or fit...
Dispensary Technician
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About Australasian College of Optical Dispensing
Australasian College of Optical Dispensing has over 45 years of industry and vocational education experience, ACOD directors and senior trainers James Gibbins and Chedy Kalach, are passionate about leading their Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code: 45068) in providing student centred training which is customised, flexible, supportive and responsive.
