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    studying for ABO AC

    How does one go about obtaining the study material to prepare for the Advanced Certification. exam. I am dual licensed and didn't take any formal education for either but I really feel that I will need to go to an optical tech school to prepare. How did you current ABO Masters go about your path to obtain that degree?

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    If you contact the ABO (www.abo-ncle.org) they will send you a ABOA handbook, with a breakdown of content on the exam, and a list of their recommended study books.
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    Be sure to request the textbook that describes how many employees make you an "official manager," too. ;)

    I can't speak for the current ABO-AC exam, which I understand addresses several irrelevant topics, but just about everything you needed to pass the original exam can be found in System for Ophthalmic Dispensing, 2nd Ed by Brooks and Borish.

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    thanks a lot guys for your input.. I understand that you need to have your ABO for at least 3 years so i got a couple years to study and prepare

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    ABO Advanced review book

    The ABO commissioned the NAO to produce an ABO Advanced review course and book. It is being printed now. Contact the NAO at 800-229-4828.

    Diane
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