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The 3 key areas of testing proficiency are:

Understanding basic terminology is the language necessary to interpret and solve the word problems common in most competency examinations. Quite logically if you are a visitor to a foreign country, it isn't hard to understand that if you don't have a working knowledge of the language, it's hard to understand and be understood. So it is in the Optical field. If you don't understand the words i.e. terminology, how can you interpret them?
Understanding the basic optical math which is - in effect - the tools of the trade for solving problems presented in the exams. When you are adjusting and/or repairing a pair of eyeglasses, it is readily understood - from experience - the job is made more difficult without the proper tools. How can you solve the word problems presented when you don't understand the basic math? Or problems presented as straight math as it would relate to metric conversion, transposition, or algebraic equation solving?
Understanding from a cognitive (i.e., mental) awareness perspective the fundamental reason for the optical theory or body of work you are being tested on as exhibited for example on the ABO/NCLE certification exams. By way of example, when a building is being constructed someone has to have an understanding of why the structure is being built and what the expected outcome should be upon completion. By that reasoning, so it is with an examination candidate. The end result of examination is to establish a minimum level of competence, by way of testing in a broad area of knowledge. This process presumably prepares the practitioner for service at a select level of competence. The credentialed practitioner is now accountable for his or her actions.

SafeSpex Optical Consulting approaches these core areas of proficency by repetitive review of optical terminology, basic optical math, and optical theory (cognitive awareness). This is accomplished through individual one on one tutoring provided in minimum blocks of time. While learning terminology is largely rote memorization, the optical math requires breaking areas of concern into component parts and laying them out in a sequential process. The ability to deconstruct word problems into their mathematical components, and in turn relate the identified components to associated optical math formulations is essential to being competitive. Proficiency is also required in related areas of problem associated metric conversions, and simple transposition. Confidence derives from the competence developed in knowing how to approach given problem, recognize what is being required, and knowing what tools are required to solve the problem for the desired answer.

If private individual tutoring is a conscious choice for you, SafeSpex Optical is available for your assistance. Our promise is to walk the last mile with anyone who wants to take the journey. At the same time, it must be understood by prospective clients basic optical skills are required, plus time and effort must be invested in the pursuit of goals. There is no shortcut to real success. The bottomline....

Nothing will work, if you don't!