STRENGTHENING OPTICIAN EDUCATION THROUGH REGIONAL UNITY

​The Pacific Northwest Opticians Alliance (PNWOA) is a collaborative effort among state optician associations in Alaska, Washington, and Oregon to expand access to high-quality continuing education and shared professional resources.

By working together, PNWOA provides ABO and NCLE continuing education opportunities throughout the year while promoting unity, professional growth, and shared standards across the Pacific Northwest. This alliance follows the national example of cooperation and collaboration to better serve opticians and the patients they support.

UPCOMING EVENTS

PNWOA Online ABO CE Event
Saturday, May 30 • 10:00 AM PST (9:00 AM AKST) • Live on Zoom
​Details and Registration Link coming soon!

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Join the PNWOA for a live 2 hour online continuing education event featuring two expert-led presentations focused on myopia management and lens materials. This session is designed to provide practical, real-world insight that supports confident dispensing and patient care.
Featured Presentations

• Essilor Stellest Lenses: Advancing Myopia Management in Children
• What You Should Know About MR High Index Materials

Registration Details

• Free for members of participating state associations!
• Open for visiting OD's and MD's to join!
• Only $10 registration fee for non-members!
• Registration is required
• Zoom access link emailed 24 hours before the event​