Ophthalmic Optics (Optometry)

My Major Lifespan

until AI starts shrinking hiring of this major’s graduates
Sep 24, 2035 · 3285 days left

Automated refraction and AI lens recommendations cut into some of the eye testing and consultation work, but fitting frames by hand to each face, the optician license, and the ban on selling eyewear online hold up store staffing. Saturation of optical shops is a market issue separate from AI.

Major lifespan is the time left until AI is expected to start shrinking hiring of this major’s graduates. It doesn’t mean the major will disappear or that everyone will lose their job.