Orthotist/Prosthetist

Exam

Third-party exam

Education

Degree

Experience

Affidavit or referral

Background check

Any conviction prohibited

Orthotists and Prosthetists assist patients with disabling conditions of limbs and spine or with partial or total absence of limb by fitting and preparing orthopedic braces or prostheses. Requirements: 1) Must possess a baccalaureate degree or have successfully completed the number of semester hours equivalent to four years of study at a four-year college or university. 2) Must complete either an orthotics or a prosthetics education program which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. 3) Must successfully complete a clinical National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) residency in orthotics, prosthetics or both. 4) Must successfully complete and make a passing score on the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABCOPP) Certification examination or equivalent as required by the Advisory Board. 5) Must biennially complete thirty hours of continuing education in courses applicable to his/her profession. A person who is licensed in more than one profession shall biennially complete forty hours of continuing education in courses applicable to the professions in which he/she is licensed. Examination required. License fee (initial and renewal): $300.00 (every 2 years)