Duke OpTech Program

 

Duke Ophthalmic Technician Program for graduating seniors:

  • Students may begin the program after earning a high school diploma. Students must be 18 at start of clinical rotations.   
  • No college degree or prerequisites required  
  • Earn a certificate in one year with eligibility to take the certification exam  
  • Three months of in-person classroom instruction.
  • Nine months spent getting hands-on experience in clinical rotations at Duke Eye Center 
  • Starting pay $22-$24/hr 
  • 90% employment rate after program completion  
  • Affordable tuition and financial aid are available.