Blog: Optical Insights
What should you study for the ABO Exam?
The American Board of Opticianry (ABO) now offers their certification exam (NOCE) four times a year. But what, exactly, should you be studying? Those of you enrolled in a college program don't really have to worry about it. Your curriculum is based upon the exams you...
Now there are more chances to take your Optical Boards!
The NOCE and the CLRE exams, given by the American Board of Opticianry and the National Contact lens Examiners were once only offered twice a year: in May and November. Starting this year, however, these important tests will be offered FOUR times each year: August,...
Cheat codes for test taking? Don’t bet on it!
Bad Information! I just came across a review in the New York Post of a book by William Poundstone designed to help readers game any system, from the stock market, to the lottery, to taking multiple choice tests. According to this book: True is most often correct in...
Why should you become certified?
American opticians can earn certification by taking the National Board exams given twice a year (in the months of November and May) by the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE.) These exams require a commitment of time and...