National Academy of Opticianry

National Academy of Opticianry The National Academy of Opticianry (NAO) is an international organization committed to advancing optician education and professional development.

Did you know that the ophthalmic career progression program is accepted in the states listed below towards licensing req...
02/11/2026

Did you know that the ophthalmic career progression program is accepted in the states listed below towards licensing requirements?

https://www.nao.org/cpp/

02/11/2026

Happy Wednesday, friends! Thank you for playing our trivia yesterday, and congratulations to everyone! You all knew the answer to "to narrow the distance between the pads of a frame or mounting, bend the pad arms" was...a. inward! We hope to see you next week, and hope you stay warm, happy, and safe in the meantime!

02/10/2026

Happy Tuesday, opticians! It's time for our weekly trivia! Comment with your answer, and check back tomorrow to see how you did. Have a wonderful day!

To narrow the distance between the pads of a frame or mounting, bend the pad arms:
a. inward
b. upward
c. outward
d. downward

02/04/2026

Good morning, NAO smarties! Thank you to all who participated in yesterday's weekly trivia question. The index of refraction of CR-39 is: a. 1.49! A big congratulations to all the friends who played. You were all correct! Please play again next time, and have a great rest of your week!

02/03/2026

It's time for one of our favorite parts of the week - Tuesday trivia! Comment with your answer below, and check back to see how you did tomorrow!

The index of refraction of CR-39 is:
a. 1.49
b. 1.523
c. 1.58
d. 1.80

Real opticians hold quality continuing education in the middle of a blizzard 👁️⛄️
02/01/2026

Real opticians hold quality continuing education in the middle of a blizzard 👁️⛄️

Did you know that opticians can access SECO 2026's full educational program at NO COST! 😱😱😱🚨Join today 🚨 https://www.nao...
01/30/2026

Did you know that opticians can access SECO 2026's full educational program at NO COST! 😱😱😱

🚨Join today 🚨

https://www.nao.org/join-now/

Jerry W., a long-time NAO member, credits much of his professional success and patient care to the National Academy of O...
01/28/2026

Jerry W., a long-time NAO member, credits much of his professional success and patient care to the National Academy of Opticianry. Through education, support, and connection with fellow opticians, Jerry says the NAO has helped make him a stronger, more confident optician. We’re proud to have members like Jerry who show how lifelong learning leads to better care for every patient.

01/28/2026

Happy Wednesday to the smartest group on Facebook! Yesterday we asked "Which of the following bifocal has the largest field of view?" Congratulations to those who answered "D: Flat top 28." We hope you come back and play next week!

01/27/2026

Good morning, and welcome back to your weekly Tuesday trivia! Comment with your answer, check back tomorrow to see how you did, and have an incredible day!

Which of the following bifocal has the largest field of view?
a. round 22
b. blended 24
c. flat top 25
d. flat top 28

Happy National Opticians Month! Opticians do so much more than dispense eyewear. You combine technical expertise, precis...
01/23/2026

Happy National Opticians Month!

Opticians do so much more than dispense eyewear. You combine technical expertise, precision measurements, problem-solving, and personal style guidance to deliver an experience that truly changes lives 🤓

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