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Certified Paraoptometric — CPO

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Description

The Certified Paraoptometric Examination is prepared and administered by the AOA Commission on Paraoptometric Certification (CPC) with the assistance of the Professional Testing Corporation. The purpose of this examination is to ensure a level of knowledge to perform the functions of a Certified Paraoptometric. Those who successfully complete the examination will be certified with the CPC as a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO).

Certifying Organization

Commission on Paraoptometric Certification

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

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Suggested because Certified Paraoptometric applies to Opticians, Dispensing. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA)
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