Hello I have a few questions regarding acquiring ophthalmic technician certification. I have worked in the Ophthalmology field as a photographer for nearly 8 years. However I have been out of the field for almost 5 years now. I did some investigating online to find out how I can get trained and certified. However, I am finding several different options but most of them say that I have to have worked in the field a year prior to apply for COA or COT. Is this true? Does my prior experience count at all? I realize that just being a photographer is no longer a viable option without also being a technician. I really want to get back into the field. I appreciate any advice or direction that you all could provide. Thank you Sincerely, Jennifer L. Hartigan jennyhartigan@xxxxxxxxx West Palm Beach, Florida