What does a Optician (EFZ) do?

You advise customers on glasses and conduct eye tests.

What education does Optician (EFZ) require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (48 months)

How much does a Optician (EFZ) earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 50'000, mid ~CHF CHF 60'000 per year (approximate).

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Optician (EFZ)

Health & Medicine

Opticians advise customers on selecting glasses and contact lenses, perform vision tests, and individually fit visual aids. They repair and maintain optical devices.

Entry

~CHF 50'000

CHF 4'167/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 60'000

CHF 5'000/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration48 months

Your path to Optician (EFZ)

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 50'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics6/10

🔬 Science6/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic5/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands3/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)5/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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