Optical Technology Program Details
Application Updates
Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort will open in January, 2026.
If you are inquiring about joining the Optical Technology (OPT) program in Fall 2025, please contact:
- Lorraine Champlain
Email: ChamplL@scc.losrios.edu - OPTECH Program
Attend an Information Session
Start your journey by attending an information meeting. The information meetings for the 2025–2026 school year will be conducted via Zoom.
Request to Attend Form
Prospective students need to fill out the Request to Attend Informational Meeting Form to get an access code for the meeting. Please complete the form by 5:00 pm one day prior to the meeting, in order to receive an email with the access code for the Zoom meeting.
Students will learn about:
- program prerequisites
- the enrollment process
- required academic and clinical coursework
- the licensing process
- the employment outlook for OTAs
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2025 | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Zoom |
| June 11, 2025 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Zoom |
Although not required, video login is preferred to help you follow the meeting topics more easily.
Certificates in this Program
Optical Technician Certificate
This is an academic certificate that prepares students for occupations in visual technology services.
Contact Lens Technician Certificate
This is the second certificate in the series and has common courses with the entry-level Optical Technician certificate.
Steps to Apply
- Apply to SCC and obtain a student w-ID number (if not a current student).
- Apply to the Optical Technician Program