Primary Eyecare Network Offering Five Educational Events in October
ALAMEDA, Calif. (August 22, 2016) – Primary Eyecare Network (PEN), a division of ABB OPTICAL GROUP, released its October schedule of educational events for eye care professionals. The schedule includes:
Title: Fraud, Waste and Abuse
When: October 5, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. PDT
Location: Webinar
Cost: Free for PEN members; $15 for non-members
About: Led by certified professional coder Ann Bina of CS Eye, an optical billing and compliance firm, this webinar will cover fraud, waste and abuse prevention. Bina will also review tips and tricks to implement audit and staff training processes.
Title: Center for Paraoptometric Education
When: October 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 11 and 12
Location: 18800 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, Calif.
Cost: $495 for PEN members; $675 for non-members
About: The Center for Paraoptometric Education (CPE) is an intensive, hands-on, comprehensive course designed to help new optical staff master the skills they need. The course will cover fundamental optics; prescription verification and troubleshooting; lens types and materials; frames, including styling, adjusting and repairs; selling skills, and more. Led by American Board of Opticianry certified opticians Mary Schmidt, a certified paraoptometric (CPO), and Jill Luebbert, a certified paraoptometric technician (CPOT).
Title: The Art of Assortment Planning
When: October 12, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. PDT
Location: Webinar
Cost: Free for PEN members; $15 for non-members
About: This webinar will focus on adjusting and maximizing frame assortments. Participants will learn how to elevate their customers' retail experience and increase profitability. Led by Alessandro Baronti of Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of luxury eyewear.
Title: Basic Lensometry
When: October 27, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: 1750 N Loop Road Suite 150, Alameda, Calif.
Cost: $95 per person for PEN members; $120 per person for non-members
About: This hands-on workshop is designed as a beginner’s guide. Attendees can expect to learn about lensometer use, care and principles, and acquire practical measurement skills. Approved by the American Board of Opticianry for two hours of continuing education credits, the course will be led by Mindi Lewis, an American Board of Opticianry certified optician (ABOC) and fellow of the National Academy of Opticianry(FNAO).
Title: Advanced Lensometry
When: October 27, 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: 1750 N Loop Road Suite 150, Alameda, Calif.
Cost: $95 per person for PEN members; $120 per person for non-members
About: Also led by Mindi Lewis, ABOC, FNAO, this workshop will focus on teaching more advanced lensometry skills. Participants will learn to measure prescribed and un-prescribed prisms and progressive lens powers. The course is approved by the American Board of Opticianry for two hours of continuing education credits.
To register for any of these events or for more information, visit PrimaryEye.net or e-mail [email protected].
About Primary Eyecare Network (PEN):
Founded in 1984 by a group of private optometrists, Primary Eyecare Network is a division of ABB OPTICAL GROUP focused on enhancing the independent professional optometrist's ability to compete in a rapidly changing marketplace. This includes providing favorable purchasing arrangements, business management and marketing support, quality educational programs for practitioners and staff, medical billing services, and other support services provided by PEN's knowledgeable and experienced staff. "Like" Primary Eyecare Network on Facebook at Facebook.com/PrimaryEyecareNetwork or follow @PrimaryEye on Twitter. For more information, visit PrimaryEye.net.