Georgia State Board of Dispensing Opticians

Information for Georgia Dispensing Opticians and license applicants.

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NOTICE :: FOR PROFESSIONS REQUIRING FBI FINGERPRINT BACKGROUND CHECKS

The G.B.I. has chosen Fieldprint as the new vendor to administer the GAPS fingerprint program.

The new agreement goes into effect on May 1, 2023.

If you have already registered with Gemalto and been approved for fingerprinting,
you must be fingerprinted no later than 7:00 p.m. on Friday April 28^th.

If your fingerprints are not collected by that day and time,
you will be required to reregister for fingerprinting with Fieldprint.

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Professional Associations

A list of industry related professional organizations.
CE Requirements

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Cease and Desist Orders

A list of Board-issued Cease and Desist Orders.

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How-To Guides

Dispensing Opticians

A comprehensive set of checklists for all licensure types.
Licensure By Experience

A checklist for those who are seeking licensure by attained experience.
Optician Apprentice Licensure

A checklist for applicants seeking Apprentice Licensure.

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Events & Meetings

Dispensing Opticians Board Meeting

January 10, 2024

WebEx information will be provided at a later date.

Dispensing Opticians Board Meeting

April 3, 2024

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Dispensing Opticians Board Meeting

July 17, 2024

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Dispensing Opticians Board Meeting

October 16, 2024

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Hearing Aid Dealers and Dispensers Board Meeting

December 17, 2024

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