NOTICE

Effective March 1, 2025, both the Eyeglasses and Contact Lens examinations have been updated. While the national competencies assessed in the exams will remain unchanged, there will be adjustments to some sections of the exams.


On this page:

  • How to Apply
  • Confirmation of Successful Application
  • Application Form

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the online application form (below). Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm CST on the application deadline. Late applications will only be accepted if there is available space in the examination schedule. A $50.00 late fee will be assessed for any applications submitted after the application deadline.

NACOR will contact the provincial regulatory authority indicated on the application form to verify each candidate’s eligibility to sit the examination. Candidates will not be permitted to sit an examination if the provincial regulatory authority deems them ineligible. If a candidate is found to be ineligible a refund of the exam application fees, less an administration fee of $75.00, will be issued by NACOR. A candidate’s eligibility to sit the examination will be verified by NACOR for each sitting of the examination. For details regarding who is eligible to sit each examination, refer to Examination Eligibility.

If a candidate requires any accommodations during an examination, a written letter outlining the requested accommodations must be included with their application form. For more information about exam accommodations, refer to Exam Accommodations.


Confirmation of Successful Application

Applicants deemed eligible to sit an examination will be informed in writing by NACOR with confirmation of the location, date, and time of their examination(s). Confirmation will be sent to the email address provided on the candidate’s application form.

Application Form

To apply for an examination, fill out the form below and hit 'submit'.