(PRESS RELEASE) We have 4 total courses available in Spanish, each are worth 2 credits of continuing education. They are approved by the ABO-NCLE board, and we have 2 of each category:
ABO
- What, Why and How of Frame Adjustments (El Qué, Por qué y Cómo de los Ajustes de las Monturas)
- What Blue Can Do: Harm or Help? (Lo que puede hacer la luz Azul: ¿Daño o Beneficio?)
NCLE
- Soft Contact Lenses: Best Practices (Lentes de Contacto Blandos: Prácticas Recomendadas)
- When to Say No to Contact Lenses (Cuando decir “no” a los lentes de contacto)
General Introductory Information/Statements
- Excited to provide Spanish-language continuing education options, making professional development more accessible to a broader audience. This move ensures that Spanish-speaking opticians can fully engage with and benefit from our high-quality educational resources.
- Offering courses in Spanish allows us to cater to the diverse needs of our learners. By delivering content in their native language, we enhance comprehension and retention, leading to a more effective learning experience.
- Excited to promote inclusivity in the optician community. This initiative supports the professional growth of Spanish-speaking opticians and demonstrates our commitment to addressing unique needs of the industry.
- As the demand for Spanish-language educational resources grows, we are proud to be at the forefront of meeting this need. Our Spanish continuing education options reflect our dedication to staying relevant and responsive to industry needs.
- By equipping Spanish-speaking opticians with updated knowledge and skills, we contribute to better patient care across diverse communities. Our courses help ensure that all patients receive the highest standard of service from well-trained professionals.
- We are excited to support the career advancement of Spanish-speaking opticians by offering comprehensive and relevant educational opportunities. Our Spanish-language courses are designed to help them stay current with industry developments and excel in their roles.
- Launching Spanish-language courses allows us to expand our reach and make a positive impact on the professional development of opticians across different linguistic backgrounds. This initiative reflects our commitment to fostering a more inclusive and knowledgeable optician community.
Market Need
- There’s a growing demand for Spanish-language continuing education in the optical industry. This has been a large request from our learners and partnering clients to add this to our course category
- If we can find statistics or insights into Spanish-speaking opticians in the industry, that could be helpful to include
Benefits for Spanish-Speaking Opticians
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- Enhance the learning experience for Spanish-speaking opticians by ensuring they fully grasp critical concepts and techniques
- Helps bridge gaps that may arise from language barriers, leading to better comprehension and more effective application of knowledge in their practice
- Helps Spanish-speaking opticians to advance their skills and stay current with industry developments without added challenges of navigating technical jargon in a second language
- Ultimately improves their professional capabilities, enhances patient care, and contributes to their career advancement
Future Plans
- We are excited to continue expanding our educational offerings in Spanish and further supporting Spanish-speaking eye care professionals
Other Thoughts/Findings
- NPS score is currently 100% (based on 8 survey scores)
