Optical Assistant

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WEATHER CANCELLATIONS & CLOSURES:

Update 1/24/26:
Due to inclement weather, all Midland College campuses and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.

The Center (LRC) and Math Lab will be closed on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The Academic Success Workshop scheduled for Sunday has also been rescheduled.

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Optical Assistant

MC's Optical Assistant comprehensive course provides students an introductory overview of the optometric field.

 

Optical Assistant II Course

OPTS 1092

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation, and relevant to the professional development of the student. This training is designed to lead to certification as a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO). The certification exam is not included in the cost of the course.

INSTRUCTOR

Penelope Torelli, C.P.O.A., A.B.O.C., C.P.O.C.

Spring 2026 Course Details

Thursdays
February 12 - April 16, 2026 (no class: March 12 & April 2)
Evening Class Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Cost

$200

Location

MC Advanced Technology Center (ATC)
3200 W. Cuthbert
Room 114

 

Program Office

Contacts

Kimberly Daw
Director
Advanced Technology Center
Office 143
(432) 681-6338
kdaw@midland.edu

Ivy Villa
Coordinator
Advanced Technology Center
Office 144
(432) 681-6363
ivilla@midland.edu

Location

Advanced Technology Center
3200 W. Cuthbert
(432) 681-6338

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Email CEHealthScience@midland.edu with your questions

Advanced Technology Center
3200 W. Cuthbert
Midland, TX 79701

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