What will I learn?

Become a multi-disciplinary team member dedicated to leading-edge vision care with our Optician diploma. In this program, you'll learn: ocular health, including in-depth coursework in ocular pathology the principles of refracting and performing accurate refraction tests about optical technology and equipment how to fill prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses with precision how to ensure the perfect fit for a diverse clientele to assess, create and meet the specific eyewear needs of each customer. In addition to these clinical skills, you'll build a strong business and retail management foundation tailored to the optical and optometry field. Our program offers a blend of classroom lectures, laboratory sessions, and clinical practicum placements, ensuring you receive a realistic taste of your future professional environment.

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$24,057.00 (14,58,973) per year

Student technology fee - 109.64

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

09/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

SAIT Main Campus

1301 16 Avenue North West,

Calgary,

Alberta,

T2M 0L4, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency and meet the following requirements or equivalents:at least 65% in English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2, andat least 65% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2, andat least 65% in Physics 20 or Biology 30 or Science 30or,completion of SAIT's Ophthalmic and Optometric Assisting program.SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for admission for applicants educated outside Alberta.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.