Apprentice Dispensing Opticians, working under the supervision of a licensed or registered dispensing optician, a physician skilled in the disease of the eye, or an optometrist; design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. They assist client with selecting frames, measure for size of eyeglasses, and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. They prepare a work order for the optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. They verify exactness of finished lens spectacles and adjust frame and lens position to fit client. They may shape or reshape lens. Requirements: 1) Application for registration as a Dispensing Optician Apprentice to the Board. 2) Must be working under the direct personal and physical supervision of an Arkansas Licensed Dispensing Optician. Application for Apprenticeship: $60.00, Renewal fee: $60.00 per year
