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Sharpen Your Edge

Staff Hiring, Training + Retention

Optical success begins with ongoing training, which also leads to retaining your best employees. Here, EB offers a selection of optical education and training sites to help keep staff on track.

By: Stephanie K. De Long
Eyecare Business May 12, 2026
Top Institutions in Optometry

Ranking is based on citation frequency across our internal corpus of peer-reviewed articles.

  • #1

    Woo University
    Woo University

    Unknown, Unknown

    Woo University offers a comprehensive online platform for low-cost and free continuing education in optometry.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry Education

  • #2

    American Optometric Association (AOA)
    American Optometric Association (AOA)

    Chicago, Illinois

    AOA provides valuable resources for live webinars and staff training in optometry.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry Education

  • #3

    National Academy of Opticianry (NAO)
    National Academy of Opticianry (NAO)

    Unknown, Unknown

    NAO addresses all aspects of opticianry education and training, enhancing professional development.

    Key Differentiators

    • Opticianry Education

  • #4

    Optical Training Institute (OTI)
    Optical Training Institute (OTI)

    Unknown, Unknown

    OTI is positioned as a complete training ecosystem for optical professionals.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry Education

  • #5

    Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA)
    Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA)

    Unknown, Unknown

    PECAA offers various services including continuing education courses and staff training.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry Services