# ABO Exam Prep 2017 Edition

> Opticianry exam preparation app with practice questions and simulators. (iPhone/iPad app by Lieu Phan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abo-exam-prep-2017-edition/id1212108517 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lieu Phan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1211571257)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-07-25
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abo-exam-prep-2017-edition/id1212108517/reviews.md

## What is ABO Exam Prep 2017 Edition?

Do you really want to pass ABO exam and/or expand your knowledge & expertise effortlessly?

This best seller mobile app help you archive your goal easily by the following unique features:
- Break learning materials into small sets of practice questions & terms
- Master each set effortlessly by many ways: flashcard, matching game, true/false, multiple choice
- Detect & separate automatically the most difficult questions
- Track your learning process on every set and exam taken
- Ready for the Exam by Exam Simulator

Premium Features:
 +) Lifetime access to all Practice Questions & Terms prepared by EXPERTS for the most current exam.
 +) Unlimited access to the EXAM BUILDER & SIMULATOR.
 +) Automatically FILTER your most difficult questions.
 +) PROGRESS TRACKING for every question & exam taken
 +) Lifetime support & updates

Free version:
 +) Hundreds of practice questions & terms
 +) 5 Free Exam Builder
 +) Free Matching Game
 +) Filter hardest and weakest questions

Opticians, or those who work with the fitting and dispensation of eye glasses, and ophthalmic dispensers, or those who work with contact lenses, can earn voluntary professional certification. Professional certification is earned through an exam, and such a professional designation can help an optician demonstrate their knowledge, skills and dedication to the career field. While certification is voluntary, many employers require their opticians and ophthalmic dispensers to be certified prior to being hired.

Certification exams for opticians are offered by the American Board of Opticianry (ABO), while certification exams for ophthalmic dispensers are offered by the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE). Both organizations are non-profit certifying bodies whose programs are certified by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. Each organization has developed a set of standards that opticians and ophthalmic dispensers must meet in order to earn initial certification. In addition, both organizations have requirements for continuing education as part of the recertification process. The ABO exam is called the National Opticianry Competency Exam (NOCE).  The NCLE exam is called the Contact Lens Registry Examination (CLRE).
Each exam includes 125 multiple-choice questions, and two-and-a-half hours are given for exam completion.

The NOCE exam is broken down as follows:
-          Fitting and dispensing glasses and other devices, patient history, taking measurements and evaluation of previous or current eyewear (53%)
-          Analyzing and interpreting prescriptions to understand patient needs and ensure the prescription is correct (31%)
-          Use of standard ophthalmic equipment, instruments and tools, including operation and routine maintenance (16%).

Disclaimer:
This application is just an excellent tool for self-study and exam preparation. It's not affiliated with or endorsed by any testing organization, certificate, test name or trademark.

## Key features

- Practice questions and terms
- Flashcard and matching game modes
- Identify difficult questions
- Track learning progress
- Exam simulator
- Lifetime access to premium features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abo-exam-prep-2017-edition/id1212108517/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This app is a joke

*2020-08-28*

Please do not bother with this app. Listen to all the bad reviews because they are the only things right in this test prep. Not happy with the money I wasted Andre-it regret the time I have wasted!

### 1/5 — Won’t load

*2020-08-02*

App will not open anymore. Please fix.

### 1/5 — Bad app

*2020-03-21*

The app won’t even load/ open

### 1/5 — What a waste

*2019-05-09*

I downloaded this app, and the first few modules seemed interesting so I upgraded to the paid version...boy was that the wrong move.  Several of the modules aren’t even related to optics (perhaps genetics instead?). Half the questions have the same answer repeated multiple times...I sent several emails to the developer with no response.  Don’t waste your time, energy or money on this app.

### 3/5 — Okay

*2019-04-19*

Has some good info but not a good attention to details. The questions can be set up where there is two correct answers and if you select the wrong one you are incorrect. When you get the the later test questions they are set up very strangely. If you spend $7 you would think that the app has been edited thoroughly.

### 1/5 — Not for Opticianry

*2018-11-10*

I am not sure this is actual for Opticianry.

### 1/5 — Not worth your money

*2018-11-02*

I know it was only $7, but I struggled with whether or not purchasing this app or a different one would be more with my money. The free version of this app was wonderful. But anything after it is just a bunch of nonsense. It doesn’t review anything that will be on your test after chapter 6. I wish there had been a review to tell me that before I bought it. I’ll be testing for the ABO Nov. 11, and I’ve checked with other people who have never seen any of the stuff in the app for sections 7-whatever. The first 6 sections and the terminology were awesome, but honestly I was able to get all the information on quizlet and retain the Information better.

### 5/5 — Best ABO prep on iOS

*2018-01-19*

Skip the $20 dollar apps and get this one.

## Frequently asked questions about ABO Exam Prep 2017 Edition

### What is ABO Exam Prep?

ABO Exam Prep is a mobile application designed to help opticians and ophthalmic dispensers prepare for their professional certification exams. It offers practice questions, various study modes, and an exam simulator to aid in self-study.

### What are the premium features of ABO Exam Prep?

Premium features include lifetime access to all practice questions and terms, unlimited use of the exam builder and simulator, automatic filtering of difficult questions, detailed progress tracking, and lifetime support and updates.

### How many practice questions are available in the free version?

The free version of ABO Exam Prep offers hundreds of practice questions and terms. It also includes 5 free exam builder uses and a free matching game.

### Does ABO Exam Prep have ads?

No, ABO Exam Prep does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers optional premium features through in-app purchases.

### What is the exam format for ABO?

The ABO exam, also known as the National Opticianry Competency Exam (NOCE), consists of 125 multiple-choice questions and has a time limit of two-and-a-half hours for completion.

### What are the main topics covered in the ABO exam?

The ABO exam covers fitting and dispensing glasses (53%), analyzing and interpreting prescriptions (31%), and the use of standard ophthalmic equipment and instruments (16%).

### Is ABO Exam Prep affiliated with any testing organizations?

No, this application is an independent tool for self-study and exam preparation. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official testing organization, certificate, test name, or trademark.

### What is the update frequency for ABO Exam Prep?

The app was last updated on March 27, 2017, with version 1.0. Lifetime support and updates are mentioned as a premium feature, suggesting ongoing maintenance for paid users.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-03-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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