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OPHTHALMIC, DISPENSER (Optician) License in New Jersey

Quick Answer

To obtain a OPHTHALMIC, DISPENSER (Optician) in New Jersey, review the requirements from Department of Law and Public Safety~Division of Consumer Affairs~Board of Examiners of Ophthalmic Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

OPHTHALMIC, DISPENSER (Optician) license in New Jersey

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Education
Specific course required
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Department of Law and Public Safety~Division of Consumer Affairs~Board of Examiners of Ophthalmic Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians

Website 9735046435 Email

OPHTHALMIC, DISPENSER (Optician) Salary in New Jersey

Entry Level

$35,820

Median

$47,460

Experienced

$62,610

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed OPHTHALMIC, DISPENSER (Optician) in New Jersey.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Specific course required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.

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