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Optometrist License in Connecticut

Quick Answer

To obtain a Optometrist in Connecticut, review the requirements from Department of Public Health~Health Care Systems Branch~Practitioner Licensing & Investigations Section.

Requirements

Optometrist license in Connecticut

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Education
Specific course required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Department of Public Health~Health Care Systems Branch~Practitioner Licensing & Investigations Section

Optometrist Salary in Connecticut

Entry Level

$49,760

Median

$143,000

Experienced

$217,040

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Optometrist in Connecticut.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Specific course required

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.