Yep you read that right. She's looking in the Winchester VA area. She's been studying, is already signed up to take the NOCE, comes from good opticianry stock, ;) has access to a mentor and an extensive optical library, and has no bad optical habits (or experience).
Who wants the opportunity to formally apprentice her?
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
Why not school?
Because I didn't get to make her decisions for her. Otherwise...Originally Posted by Uncle Fester
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
At least she doesnt want to be a Rock Star like my son... :)
Wants to be an Optician? Isn't there a 12 step program to cure that?
I was surprised too.Wants to be an Optician? Isn't there a 12 step program to cure that?
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
She should do what one of the High School kids that worked for me didUse it as a part-time job while going through OD school.
Now why didn't I think of that???She should do what one of the High School kids that worked for me did
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
In virginia, you have a J Sargent Reynolds in Richmond and another school in Norfolk, VA. Join the Navy and She can be an optican at the Optical Lab in Yorktown, VA (It would be great to tour, it's big and a great eyeopener) or work at clinics worldwide.
Laurie, ex-Navy Optician!
That's what my significant other's kid wants to do. He's pretty good, too.
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
Would you believe I know instructors in both of those schools, as well as several others? I'm a former Army optician myself.
If I could convince her to pursue formal schooling, I sure would, (I've tried) and it'd probably be in something that pays better and has a more positive future outlook for job security. I can't make her decisions, I can only advise and assist.
As for joining the Navy or Army, I wouldn't recommend that option for my kids considering what I see from today's military.
I have long been a proponent of formal education, especially in opticianry and have been active in supporting such. It pains me that this situation is what it is.
Let's get this thread back on track. Does anyone know of any decent positions (willing to train) open within a 20-30 mile drive of Winchester VA?
Wesley S. Scott, MBA, MIS, ABOM, NCLE-AC, LDO - SC & GA
“As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it.” -Albert Einstein
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