O&P Technician

What is an ABC Certified Technician?

​An ABC Certified Technician is an individual trained and qualified to assist an ABC credentialed individual by providing technical support. The certified technician fabricates, repairs and maintains orthoses and/or prostheses; and is also proficient in current fabricating techniques, familiar with material properties and skilled in the use of appropriate equipment. ABC Certified Technicians may not use their credentials as independent providers of patient care.

Scope of Practice

ABC's  Certified Technician Scope of Practice details the specific functions of a certified technician. This includes assessment of orthotic and/or prosthetic technical requirements, formulation and implementation of fabrication, follow-up and practice management.

ABC credentialed individuals must adhere to the ABC Scope of Practice for their credential and/or the scope of practice for any relevant related licensure they hold.

Additionally, the certified technician is required to support and conform to the Code of Professional Responsibility which promotes and assures the overall welfare of the patient and the integrity of the profession.

Credential

​Once you have met the ABC requirements and passed the certification exam, you will be awarded the Certified Orthotic Technician (CTO) or Certified Prosthetic Technician (CTP) credential. Candidates who have met the ABC requirements and passed certification exams for each discipline will be awarded the Certified Prosthetic-Orthotic Technician (CTPO) credential.

ABC Technician Scholarships

ABC has two unique scholarship opportunities available for O&P technician students.

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