Optician Certification Schools in Anderson, SC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare optician certification programs in Anderson, South Carolina. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Optician Certification Schools Near Anderson, SC

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#1

Aiken Technical College

Graniteville, SC In-state option BOC Score 48.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 427
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Allen University

Columbia, SC In-state option BOC Score 32.6
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 22
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Anderson University

Anderson, SC In-state option BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 146
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Charleston Southern University

Charleston, SC In-state option BOC Score 35.0
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 103
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Technical College of the Lowcountry

Beaufort, SC In-state option BOC Score 27.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 334
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Benedict College

Columbia, SC In-state option BOC Score 16.1
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 58

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Bob Jones University

Greenville, SC In-state option BOC Score 59.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 77
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Southern Wesleyan University

Central, SC In-state option BOC Score 48.2
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 28
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Charleston Cosmetology Institute

Charleston, SC In-state option BOC Score 35.5
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 107

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#10

College of Charleston

Charleston, SC In-state option BOC Score 65.2
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 111
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

South Carolina Optician Certification Salary Snapshot

South Carolina
South Carolina Median Pay $48,000 $23.08 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $47,260 $22.72 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2081 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ABO and NCLE certification exam preparation
  • Hands-on lab hours (lens fitting, frame adjustment, edging)
  • State licensing requirements for dispensing opticians
  • Optical theory and eye anatomy coursework
  • Internship or externship in optical settings

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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