Pennsylvania HB2386 establishes the State Board of Opticianry and sets requirements for optician registration and certification.
HB2386 establishes the State Board of Opticianry to oversee certification-based registration, discipline, and rulemaking for opticians. The act exempts ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians under their supervision, and students in accredited opticianry programs. Experienced opticians have a temporary exemption from certification. The board requires certification from an approved agency, proof of passing a certification exam, and completion of education or apprenticeship. Opticians must maintain certification and complete continuing education.
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