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PECAA's certification courses allow your team to expand their knowledge, strengthen skills and build confidence across core private practice disciplines. Designed specifically to support independent eye care practices, these programs provide structured, role-specific training that empowers your staff and your practice to perform at a higher level.
Whether you are onboarding new staff, expanding team capabilities or developing emerging leaders, PECAA's certification courses deliver practical, real-world education to support your long-term growth and success.
The Office Manager Certification Course, accredited by the University of Houston College of Optometry, is the first program of its kind to combine education, testing and ongoing support, specifically designed for eye care office managers.
Build confident, effective leadership in your practice with this 12-hour training that equips participants to excel in both the day-to-day and long-term management of the office. Through live webinar sessions or a flexible on-demand option, attendees learn essential skills in staff management, scheduling, budgeting, systems planning, legal considerations and financial performance. After completing the course and passing a comprehensive exam, participants will earn the designation of Certified Office Manager.
Strengthen one of the most critical functions in your practice with PECAA's Optometric Billing & Coding Certification Program. Accredited by the Accreditation by the Higher Education Committee (AHEC), this comprehensive program gives eye care billing professionals the tools and knowledge to manage claims with accuracy, reduce denials and maximize reimbursement.
Through a mix of live instruction, Q&A sessions, quizzes and a final exam, participants learn and demonstrate mastery of essential billing and coding skills, including medical terminology, documentation standards, insurance, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM coding and the full claim lifecycle. Registration includes a course textbook and workbook for ongoing reference. At the completion of the program, having demonstrated proficiency on the course assessment, attendees will earn the designation of Certified Optometric Biller and Coder.
Elevate the profitability of your optical with PECAA's Optical Management Certification Course. Accredited by the Accreditation by the Higher Education Committee (AHEC), this eight-week program delivers the knowledge and skills necessary to run a successful, revenue-generating optical.
Designed for independent practices, boutiques and luxury environments, this course combines live seminars, hands-on exercises and a final exam to teach actionable expertise. Covering price point assortment, frame board optimization, selling strategies, business metrics and more, attendees will gain the knowledge and tools to make an immediate impact in their practice. Upon successful completion, participants will earn the designation of Certified Optical Manager.
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