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ABO Advanced Opticianry Certification (ABOC-AC)
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ABO ABO-NCLE Optician Certifications License: Complete Roadmap
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Phase 1: Optics and FormulasYou are here
Master ophthalmic optics, lens formulas (Prentice's Rule, vertex compensation, Martin's tilt, sagittal depth), and prism calculations.
Phase 2: Ocular Anatomy and Products
Study ocular anatomy, pathology, refractive errors, lens materials, coatings, progressive designs, and low vision aids.
Phase 3: Dispensing, Instrumentation, and Laws
Review dispensary protocols, instrumentation, ANSI standards, FDA regulations, and complete timed practice exams.
Can You Take the ABO Advanced Exam?
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- •Basic ABO certification must be active (not expired) at time of registration
- •Exam administered at Prometric testing centers or via remote proctoring in approved states
- •Quarterly testing windows: Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec
- •90-day waiting period between retake attempts
ABO Advanced Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
10-16 weeks for most candidates
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Candidates must wait 14 days between the 1st and 2nd attempt, and 14 days between the 2nd and 3rd attempt. If more than 90 days have passed, standard registration applies.
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100 Practice Questions
Advanced opticianry questions covering all six ABO-AC exam content domains.
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What You'll Study
8 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Introduction & Exam Strategy
2 sections
Optics I: Fundamentals
3 sections
Optics II: Prescriptions & Applied Optics
3 sections
Ocular Anatomy & Physiology
3 sections
Ocular Pathology & Refraction
3 sections
Ophthalmic Products
2 sections
Instrumentation
2 sections
Dispensary Protocols, Laws & Standards
3 sections
ABO Advanced Exam Details
ABO Advanced Opticianry Certification (ABOC-AC)
Administered by ABO-NCLE
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ABO-NCLE content outline
Optical terminology, prescriptions, lens measurements, optical properties of materials, lens designs, prismatic effects, and ophthalmic formulas.
Eye structure and function, ocular pathology, refractive errors, binocular vision, and visual assessment interpretation.
Frames, lenses, low vision aids, coatings, tints, photochromics, safety eyewear, and specialty devices.
Lens power measuring devices, lens measurement devices, optical instrumentation, and digital measurement systems.
Optical history, fitting, adjusting, measuring, and troubleshooting patient complaints.
ANSI standards, FDA regulations, FTC Eyeglass Rule, state licensing laws, and universal precautions.
What's Included
8 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
Practice Quizzes
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What's Next After the ABO Advanced?
After passing the ABO Advanced, you can pursue these career paths
ABO Master
Advance to the ABO Master in Ophthalmic Optics designation, the highest level of ABO certification.
NCLE Advanced
Add contact lens expertise with the NCLE Advanced Certification (NCLE-AC) for comprehensive optical credentials.
State Optician Licensure
Fulfill state licensing requirements in states that mandate the ABO Advanced exam for optician practice.
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