Becoming an OAW member is easy! Visit the Join the OAW page or print and download the membership form here!
Includes a Free Dual Membership to the Opticians Association of America
Free CE Credits at Local Chapter Meeting
Reduced Convention Rates
Dedicated Legislative Lobbyist
Statewide Job Listings
Discounts on Education Resources & Materials
ABO, NCLE, or DOH credits
Network of Peers and Vendors
Business Discounts (Red Lion Hotels, Office Max, Hertz Rentals)
The OAW has several committees that work to support and improve the lives of Opticians in Washington state. Reach out to us if you have interest in any of the following committees:
Membership - The Membership committee works to increase and improve membership of the OAW.
Education - The Education committee cultivates new and exciting educational opportunities for members!
Chapters - The Chapters committee works with OAW Chapters across the state to support opticians with educational and networking opportunities in their local area.
Legislative - The Legislative committee monitors on-going governmental operations, identify issues suitable for legislative review, gather and evaluate information, and recommend courses of action.
Fundraising - The Fundraising committee works together to create new and exciting ways to raise funds to conitinue offering valuable education and resources to Opticians in Washington state.
Social Media/Communications - The Social Media/Communications committee works with all other committees to make sure information is shared and accessible to all members.
Convention - The Convention Committee works to plan education events throughout the year.
Please reach out to the board to learn more on how you can get involved!