# NAO

- **Website:** <https://nao.org>
- **Primary alias:** `nao.org`

## Description

The National Academy of Opticianry (NAO) is an international organization established in 1963, dedicated to providing education and training for opticians worldwide. NAO offers a comprehensive range of opticianry education and training programs, including career preparation through the Ophthalmic Career Progression Program, certification and licensing exam preparation, and continuing education courses for opticians at all levels.

As the premier organization in the field, NAO provides exclusive member discounts on education materials, hosts educational seminars with 80+ hours of continuing education annually, and includes a subscription to the Vision of the Industry Newsletter for free CECs with each issue. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced optician, NAO is committed to supporting your professional growth and development. Join NAO today to access a wealth of resources and opportunities to enhance your career in opticianry.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Education _(under Science and Education)_
- 🧪 Universities and Colleges _(under Science and Education)_
- 🧪 Business Training _(under Science and Education)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services

## Links

- [facebook](https://facebook.com/National-Academy-of-Opticianry)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/nationalacademyofopticianry19)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/ctucker_nao)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idAlys8X6I/w/178/h/80/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1785949690389)
- icon _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idAlys8X6I/w/275/h/275/theme/dark/icon.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1725821602866)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chathams Blue | #1b427d | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- Georgia — asset _(custom)_
- Droid Serif — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idAlys8X6I/w/1500/h/500/iddvsjjcXd.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1785949690563)

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