Minnesota Optician Requirements
No License Required
Minnesota does NOT require opticians to be licensed. Start immediately. Voluntary ABO/NCLE certification highly recommended.
License Status
Not Required
Voluntary certification
Average Salary
$44,100
Annual (2026)
Time to Start
Immediate
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No License Required
Minnesota does NOT require opticians to be licensed.
Certification Matters
Certified
$48,500/yr
Non-Certified
$39,700/yr
$8,800 annual difference
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$44,100
Average
$35,500
Entry
$60,000
Certified Senior
Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, Rochester, Duluth. Growth: 4-5% through 2032.