N.J.S.A. 52:17B-41.9 — Meetings of board; examinations; qualifications as candidates

52:17B-41.9. Meetings of board; examinations; qualifications as candidates The board shall meet at least twice annually, at which time candidates applying for certification shall be examined and their qualifications determined; and the board may meet at such other times and places as the board may prescribe. A candidate shall qualify for examination and licensure as an ophthalmic dispenser upon providing the board with proof that he: a. Holds a high school diploma or equivalent; and b. Has fulfilled either of the following requirements; (1) Holds an associate degree in ophthalmic science or its equivalent from an accredited institution and has worked full-time as an apprentice ophthalmic dispenser under the supervision of a licensed ophthalmic dispenser for not less than 4 months nor more than 1 year prior to taking the examination; or (2) Has served not less than 36 calendar months as an apprentice dispenser during which time he has satisfactorily completed not less than the requisite number of school hours of board-approved courses in ophthalmic science, said number of hours to be determined by the board. L.1952, c. 336, p. 1082, s. 9. Amended by L.1979, c. 155, s. 1.

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