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Optometric Support in California

Optometric Support Schools in California

91 Optometric Support students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

In terms of popularity, Optometric Support is the 29th most popular major in the state out of a total 46 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Optometric Support Majors in California

Optometric Support majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 74
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 74
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 17

Gender Distribution

In California, a optometric support major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of optometric support majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.6%
  • Black or African American: 3.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 62.6%
  • White: 16.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 11.0%
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Jobs for Optometric Support Grads in California

There are 9,930 people in the state and 125,140 people in the nation working in optometric support jobs.

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Wages for Optometric Support Jobs in California

In this state, optometric support grads earn an average of $41,890. Nationwide, they make an average of $38,220.

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There are 6 colleges in California that offer optometric support degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,902 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.50%. 31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,526 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.40%. The student to faculty ratio is 36 to 1. Graduates earn an average $33,710 after graduation.

#3

National Career Education

Citrus Heights
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
512 Total Students

47 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 3.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 83% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
361 Total Students

In their early career, NWC Riverside grads earn an average salary of $33,180. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
384 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. 91% of students get financical aid.

#6

Moorpark College

Moorpark
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,709 Total Students

The 2.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. 69% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,318 a year.

Optometric Support Careers in CA

Some of the careers optometric support majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Dispensing Opticians 18% $39,310
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 17% $39,560

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to optometric support.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Allied Health Services 12,401
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 8,037
Allied Health Professions 7,928
Health Sciences & Services 6,731
Health/Medical Admin Services 5,789
Dental Support Services 4,009
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 1,528
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 1,447

View all majors related to Optometric Support

View Nationwide Optometric Support Report

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