Spectacle technician

Produce and repair finished, quality-assured spectacles.

Typical duration

1y 6m

Training funded

Fully funded

Route

Engineering and manufacturing

Standard ref

ST0383

Role overview

This Level 3 apprenticeship trains spectacle technicians to work in optical practices, glazing prescription lenses into frames and carrying out repairs, adjustments, and quality checks on spectacles. Apprentices develop technical skills in lens edging, frame fitting, and optical measurements. It can lead to roles as a Senior Optical Technician, Dispensing Optician, or laboratory management positions.