Tuition and Payment Options

Optician Training Tuition

Our Optician Training Program tuition is designed to be affordable for your budget.

Optician Exam Prep

Career Diploma 8 months As low as $59/mo

Total Cost

The total cost of tuition for your online Optician Career Diploma includes the cost of your studies and any digital textbooks or study materials included in your program.¹

The difference between the payment options is the dollar amount the credit will cost you for selecting a monthly payment plan versus paying in full.

Choose from one of our customized payment options below or call for details on our first payment match program.² You can get started today.

Enrollment Requirements

Age - 17
Education - High school diploma or equivalent
Technology Requirements - This is an online academic program. This means you’ll need access to high-speed internet, a computer, or mobile device, and an email account to complete this program.
A smart phone or tablet device can also be used in addition to a computer, provided the device(s) can connect to the internet.

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What’s included?

Mobile-friendly coursework

Interactive course content

Digital textbooks and study materials

Goal setting-progress tracking tools

Unlimited student support

Career services

Option 1: Pay in full

Cost of Program

$1,349

$1,699 Save $350

Best price. Best value.
Pay the full cost today
No monthly payments

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Option 2: Monthly Auto Pay Plan

Cost of Program

$1,599

$1,699 Save $100

Pay $59 per month
Start for $20 down
All major credit and debit cards accepted

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Option 3: Monthly Mail Pay Plan

cost of program

$1,699

Pay $59 per month
Start for $39 down
Mail your payments

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Refund Policy

At Penn Foster, we continue to develop new ways to expand and improve student satisfaction. However, if you are not satisfied or can no longer continue your optician studies, we offer a refund policy. If you cancel within the first 6 days of enrollment you will receive a full refund. After the first 6 days your refund amount will be based on:

Lessons completed
Tuition collected
Enrollment date

For more information, visit Penn Foster’s refund policy page.

Learn even more by viewing a sample enrollment agreement .

Military Benefits

Penn Foster recognizes those who serve in the military. We have special offers for active duty military, veterans and their spouses for many Penn Foster programs, including the Optician Career Diploma. Call 1-888-427-2900 to speak with an Admissions Specialist for more details and eligibility requirements.

Tuition FAQ

Is financial aid available for Penn Foster programs?

Financial aid is not available for Penn Foster programs. We aim to keep the cost of our programs low so that any student can further their education without applying for grants or scholarships.

Do I have to pay extra for study materials?

Any study materials that are required in your program, such as study guides or necessary supplemental materials, are included in your tuition.

¹ Price is subject to change. Price changes do not apply to existing enrollments.

² The first payment match program applies to the monthly auto and mail pay options and varies by program. Full pricing details are included in the enrollment agreement.