Contents
- Who We Are
- Orthotic and Prosthetic Technicians
- Scope of Practice
- Code of Professional Responsibility
- Certification Eligibility Requirements
- Application Process & Policies
- Documentation
- Exam Policies and Information
- Exam Scoring and Reporting
- The Exams
- Initial Certification
- Maintaining Certification
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Technician Candidate Guide
December 2024
Certification Eligibility Requirements
There are two pathways to certification:
- Pathway 1: Education Only
Successfully complete a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)/National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) approved technician education program
- Pathway 2: Education and Experience
Education: High school diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or World Education Service (WES) Credential Evaluation (only applicable if you received your education in a foreign country)
Experience: Completion of two years of technical experience in the discipline(s) of application under the supervision of a certified/licensed practitioner or ABC certified technician in that discipline(s)
ABC encourages you to use the Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician Exam Candidate Self Assessment Checklist as a tool to guide you through your work experience and to make sure that you are getting the type and amount of experience in each area that the profession expects.
Extension of Credential (CTPO)
If you are seeking to extend your credential to CTPO (certification in the second discipline), you must meet the education and experience requirements in effect when you apply for the second discipline. Additionally, you must be in good standing with your primary certification. No exceptions will be made.
