Registered Optician
Are health professionals trained to supply, prepare and dispense optical appliances, interpret prescriptions prescribed by Ophthalmologists and Optometrists, and fit, adjust and adapt optical appliances. In some jurisdictions in Canada, Opticians are also known as Ophthalmic Dispensers. In Alberta, Opticians and Contact Lens Practitioners are regulated by the College of Opticians of Alberta.

Registered Contact Lens Practitioner

Only Registered Opticians with special training are legally authorised to fit and dispense contact lenses.