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Continuing Education for Optometrists
MCO 50th Anniversary CE Program
Dates: Friday, September 12th- Saturday, September 13th at the Michigan College of Optometry.
To view the CE program and all of the great opportunities for continuing education, click the "MCO 50th Anniversary CE Agenda" below.
MCO 50th Anniversary CE Agenda
Join Us for a Special Event – With a Championship Bonus!
We're excited to offer a special event you won't want to miss — and as part of the experience, participants will have the exclusive opportunity to attend a Ferris State home football game, tailgating included!
Come cheer on the National Champion Ferris State Bulldogs and witness top-tier college football in action. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in it for the fun, this is your chance to be part of something unforgettable.
Register NOW so you won't miss this fantastic event and help us celebrate our 50th year!
For questions, please email [email protected]
Advanced Practical Training for Opticians
Advanced Practical Training for Opticians
Date of Program: August 8, 2025
Advanced course for ~6 hours of CE
Registration is OPEN!
Michigan College of Optometry of Ferris State University, in its ongoing role of supporting the educational needs of eyecare professionals,is hosting an Advanced Practical Training for Opticians.
This course is being held as a response to the overwhelming requests for an additional training event focused upon more advanced Opticianry skills. There will be a limit of 12 attendees per event to ensure maximum interaction with our expert instructor.
The advanced training program is designed for those who have extensive experience working as an optician and have been able to build a good understanding of the science of optics and ophthalmic lenses. The attendees should have working knowledge of lensometry, lens materials and progressive lenses. If the attendee does not have this working knowledge, they should attend our Basic Practical Training for Opticians course which introduces the basic foundation for working in the optical field.
Practical Training for Opticians
Basic Practical Training for Opticians
Dates:October 17 & 18, 2025
Registration will open the end of August
The Michigan College of Optometry of Ferris State University, in its ongoing role of supporting the educational needs of eyecare professionals, is hosting Basic Practical Training for Opticians.
This course is being offered as a response to the overwhelming requests for training events focused upon basic Opticianry skills.
This course is intended for opticians who desire beginner professional hands-on training. There will be a limit of 20 attendees per event to ensure maximum interaction with our expert instructors.