Optical Training Institute Launches New Spanish-Language Courses for Opticians

ATLANTA, GEORGIA, July 31, 2024 – Optical Training Institute (OTI) announces the launch of its Spanish-language continuing education courses. Approved by the ABO-NCLE board, these courses are designed to provide high-quality educational opportunities for Spanish-speaking opticians, enhancing their professional development and ensuring better patient care across diverse communities.

Spanish Continuing Education Courses Highlights

OTI now offers four comprehensive courses in Spanish, each worth two continuing education credits:

• ABO Courses:
  • El Qué Por qué y Cómo de los Ajustes de las Monturas (What Why and How of Frame Adjustments)
  • Qué puede hacer el azul: ¿dañar o ayudar? (What Blue Can Do: Harm or Help?)
• NCLE Courses:
  • Lentes de Contacto Blandos: Prácticas Recomendadas (Soft Contact Lenses: Best Practices) 
  • Cuando decir “no” a los lentes de contacto (When to Say No to Contact Lenses)

A Step Towards Accessibility and Inclusivity

OTI is excited to provide Spanish-language continuing education options, making professional development more accessible to a broader audience. This move ensures that Spanish-speaking opticians can fully engage with and benefit from our high-quality educational resources.

“Offering Spanish courses to opticians will allow them access to educational resources and professional development opportunities that they might otherwise miss due to language constraints. This will empower Spanish-speaking opticians by validating their language and culture, leading to increased confidence and job satisfaction. Overall, offering these courses supports a more inclusive, equitable, and competent optician community.” 

Karla Aviles, Education Coordinator at The American Board of Opticianry & National Contact Lens Examiners

Enhancing Professional Development

Offering courses in Spanish allows OTI to cater to the diverse needs of learners. By delivering content in their native language, we enhance comprehension and retention, leading to a more effective learning experience.

“Spanish-language courses allow opticians like me to engage with the content in my native language. I’ve gained confidence in using Spanish professionally, improved my understanding of cultural nuances and business etiquette, and enhanced my communication with Spanish-speaking patients and colleagues.”

Venus Sosa, LDO & Program Coordinator at Optical Training Institute.

Commitment to Better Patient Care

By equipping Spanish-speaking opticians with updated knowledge and skills, OTI contributes to better patient care across diverse communities. Our courses help ensure that all patients receive the highest standard of service from well-trained professionals.

Market Need

There is a growing demand for Spanish-language continuing education in the optical industry. This has been a large request from our learners and partnering clients, and we are proud to meet this need.

Future Plans

We are excited to continue expanding our educational offerings in Spanish and further supporting Spanish-speaking eye care professionals. As the demand for Spanish-language educational resources grows, OTI remains committed to staying relevant and responsive to industry needs.

About Optical Training Institute

Optical Training Institute is a recognized leader in optical education, with over 30 years of experience providing high-quality courses to more than 20,000 professionals across the United States. Fulfilling its mission to support lifelong learning and career advancement for eye care professionals, OTI offers career training, exam preparation, and continuing education programs for opticians and optometrists. OTI is a trusted corporate education partner to leading optical employers and provides courses directly to opticians seeking to improve their skills and advance their careers.

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