OAG CE Conference Registration

Announcement:

Registration for the 1 Day Fall CE Meeting in MACON 2026 is now OPEN!



Destination Education. Elevated Optics.
March 29, 2026
Macon Marriott City Center
Macon, Georgia
A One-Day Hybrid CE Experience
Join the Opticians Association of Georgia for a focused, high-value continuing education program designed for today’s working optician.

This is a one-day hybrid event.

Attendees will receive:

• 6 hours of live ABO CE credits onsite
• 5 additional online CE coupon codes to complete remaining required hours
• Lunch included
• Networking with Georgia’s optical professionals

Earn your core credits in person. Complete the balance online at your convenience through the OAG website.

Efficient. Structured. Designed around real schedules.

Featuring
Pablo E. Mercado
Master in Ophthalmic Optics | NCLE Certified

ABO Board of Directors | Chair, Education Committee

With over 25 years in the optical industry, Pablo Mercado brings national-level leadership and practical insight directly to Georgia opticians. As Chair of the ABO Education Committee, he helps shape educational standards across the profession.

Registration

 

Seating is limited to 100 attendees.

OAG Member Registration: $85
Non-Member Registration: $235

Member rate applies to individuals who joined or renewed prior to registration and log into their membership account during checkout.

Onsite registration will only be available if space permits.

Register by March 15 to be entered into a drawing for complimentary 2027 OAG CE registration.

Location

Macon Marriott City Center
240 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA

Centrally located near historic downtown Macon, boutique dining, and Cherry Blossom Festival events.

Turn your CE into a purposeful weekend.

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— Continuing Education & Regulatory Information —

 

To comply with Georgia State Board of Dispensing Opticians (GSBDO) requirements:

• One CE certificate will be issued per attendee per course attended.
• Late arrivals will not be permitted to attend classes already in session.
• Georgia licensees are responsible for obtaining 10 technical CE hours per biennial renewal cycle.
• As required by GSBDO, 1 hour of Georgia Law CE is mandatory for renewal.
• Attendees seeking CE credit for another state must verify their respective state requirements independently.

A strict protocol of one CE per course attended will be enforced.

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Attendance & Rollover Policy

Registration is first-come, first-served. Seats are guaranteed upon prepaid registration until maximum capacity is reached.

If an attendee cannot attend, OAG offers a one-time courtesy rollover within 12 months of the original event date. Rollover requests must be submitted in writing prior to the event or as soon as reasonably possible.

OAG reserves the right to modify, reschedule, or cancel events in the case of force majeure or circumstances beyond its control.

Full policy details are available upon request.

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OAG Attendance, Rollover, and Liability Policy

1. Purpose
This policy outlines the guidelines and procedures for OAG members and attendees who register for continuing education (CE) meetings. It emphasizes timely communication regarding attendance, explains the conditions for rollover requests, clarifies seat guarantees for prepaid participants, and provides legal disclaimers regarding OAG’s liability.

2. Registration and Seating

1. Prepaid Registration

   • Registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Once maximum capacity is reached, registration will close and no further participants will be admitted.
   • Seats are guaranteed to participants who have prepaid for their registration as long as maximum capacity is not reached prior to applying for registration.
     
     
     

2. Timely Communication

   • Attendees must inform OAG as soon as possible if they are unable to attend a scheduled CE meeting.
   • Prompt notification ensures accurate record-keeping of attendance and allows OAG to manage waitlists or potential replacements more effectively.

3. Rollover Requests

1. One-Time Courtesy Rollover

   • If an attendee is unable to attend a CE meeting, OAG offers a one-time courtesy rollover of their registration to a future meeting within a 12-month period of the original event date.
   • This courtesy is extended only once; subsequent requests for rollover beyond this 12-month window will not be granted.

2. Notification and Documentation

   • Rollover requests must be submitted in writing (email or official form) prior to the scheduled event or as soon as the attendee becomes aware of their inability to attend.
   • Requests received after the conclusion of the meeting may be subject to additional review or denial at OAG’s discretion.

3. Review Process

   • The OAG Board or its designated committee will review rollover requests, especially those made more than 30 days after the event date.
   • Attendees may be asked to provide supporting documentation (e.g., medical certificates, work-related travel requirements) to substantiate their request.

4. Liability Disclaimers

1. Organizational Liability

   • OAG does not assume liability for any costs, damages, or losses incurred by the attendee beyond the registration fees paid to OAG. This includes, but is not limited to, travel expenses, accommodation costs, and other incidental charges.

2. Force Majeure

   • In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters, strikes, or other events beyond OAG’s control, OAG reserves the right to reschedule, modify, or cancel any CE meeting without liability for any damages or losses incurred by attendees.

3. Personal Responsibility

   • Attendees are responsible for their own conduct and should comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws while participating in OAG-sponsored events.

5. Policy Enforcement and Updates

• Enforcement

  • OAG’s Board of Directors and administrative staff are responsible for enforcing this policy. Non-compliance may result in forfeiture of registration fees and/or denial of future rollover requests.

• Policy Review and Updates

  • This policy may be reviewed and updated periodically by the OAG Board of Directors. Changes will be posted on the OAG website, and members are encouraged to stay informed of the most current policies.

Effective Date: 1/1/2020
Last Reviewed: 1/5/2025

For any questions or clarifications regarding this policy, please contact the OAG administrative office or email us at: secretary@oagonline.org

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to your participation in our CE meetings.