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Orthotists and Prosthetists
Board Certified Ocularist Certification Description An Ocularist is a carefully trained professional skilled in the science and art of fitting, fabricating and painting ocular prosthetics. Becoming a Board Certified Ocularist places you in the ranks with those that have choosen to go above and beyond to provide the best care possible for their patients. Board Certification is recognized by many states and provinces as a requirement for credentialing. Exam Date: November 14, 2017 1pm-5pm At The JW Marriott 614 Canal St., New Orleans Application Deadline: August 17, 2017 Certifying Organization National Examining Board of Ocularists, Inc. http://www.neboboard.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 6 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Board Certified Ocularist Website
Certified Clinical Anaplastologist Certification Description In 1980, Walter Spohn and colleagues founded the American Anaplastology Association (AAA) at Stanford University, in Palo Alto, California. Mr. Spohn wanted the AAA to serve as an open and inspiring "Information Exchange," welcoming all of the multidiscipline specialists involved in prosthetic rehabilitation, and to promote coordination and communication among professionals working along different but related paths in the service of the patient. At the recommendation of an advisory committee formed in 1997, the membership of the American Anaplastology Association voted to establish a certification board in 2000 to follow the guidelines of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) - the accrediting body for the agency currently known as the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). This certification board became the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology (BCCA). In 2002, the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology was established as a private, autonomous organization and incorporated in the state of South Carolina as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mutual benefit corporation. In 2008, the American Anaplastology Association voted to change the name of the organization to the International Anaplastology Association (IAA) in recognition of the emerging global profession of clinical anaplastology. The Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology and the International Anaplastology Association remain strategic partners - working together to achieve objectives that are mutually beneficially for the field of anaplastology. Certifying Organization Board for Certification In Clinical Anaplastology http://www.bcca-cca.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Clinical Anaplastologist Website
Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician Certification Description ABC technician registration is awarded as an attestation of competency for the public, those who require orthotic/prosthetic services, and those in other health professions. The awarding of ABC technician registration provides the registered technician with an appropriate and meaningful recognition of professional competence. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician Website
Certified Orthotic Fitter Certification Description An ABC Certified Fitter of Orthotics is an individual trained and qualified to participate in the fitting and delivery of prefabricated orthotic devices and/or soft goods. An ABC Certified Fitter of Orthotics is competent to practice orthotics within a scope of practice that is specific to fitting prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Orthotic Fitter Website
Certified Orthotist Certification Description An ABC certified orthotist and/or prosthetist is a healthcare professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Orthotist Website
Certified Pedorthist Certification Description An ABC Certified Pedorthist is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive pedorthic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. An ABC certified pedorthist fits, fabricates, adjusts, or modifies devices which reflect his/her education and training. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Pedorthist Website
Certified Prosthetist Certification Description An ABC certified orthotist and/or prosthetist is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage the comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Prosthetist Website
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Certification Description The designation Fellow of the Academy is a signature recognition. The achievement comes as a result of hard work, commitment to personal development and a dedication to excellence in the profession. This elite status is attained by those with a demonstrated commitment to mastering their profession through sustained educational pursuits and a proven track record of service to both their community and the O&P profession. Certifying Organization American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists http://www.oandp.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? No ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Fellow of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Website
Mastectomy Fitter Certification Certification Description BOC Mastectomy Fitters (BOC CMF) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using external breast prostheses and other post-mastectomy services. Certifying Organization Board of Certification/Accreditation International https://www.bocusa.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Mastectomy Fitter Certification Website
Orthotic Fitter Certification Certification Description BOC Orthotic Fitters (BOC COF) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up, and practice management of people using prescribed prefabricated orthotics. Certifying Organization Board of Certification/Accreditation International https://www.bocusa.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Orthotic Fitter Certification Website
Orthotist Certification Certification Description BOC Orthotist (BOCO) is qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up, and practice management of people using prescribed orthotics. Certifying Organization Board of Certification/Accreditation International https://www.bocusa.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes Orthotist Certification Website
Pedorthist Certification Certification Description BOC Pedorthists (BOCPD) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using prescribed pedorthic devices and therapeutic footwear. BOCPDs are recognized professionally as having completed a rigorous education and training program that satisfies industry standards. Certifying Organization Board of Certification/Accreditation International https://www.bocusa.org/ Certification Details ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pedorthist Certification Website
Prosthetist Certification Certification Description BOC Prosthetists (BOCP) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using prescribed prosthetics. Certifying Organization Board of Certification/Accreditation International https://www.bocusa.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes Prosthetist Certification Website
Registered Orthopedic Technologist Certification Description The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals is now awarding the professional title, Registered Orthopedic Technologist, R.O.T., after completion of an online examination and practical component. Certifying Organization American Society of Orthopedic Professionals http://www.asop.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Registered Orthopedic Technologist Website
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Certification Description An ABC Certified Fitter-therapeutic shoes is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to provide non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom multi-density inserts. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Website

Orthotists and Prosthetists

Certification Description
An Ocularist is a carefully trained professional skilled in the science and art of fitting, fabricating and painting ocular prosthetics. Becoming a Board Certified Ocularist places you in the ranks with those that have choosen to go above and beyond to provide the best care possible for their patients. Board Certification is recognized by many states and provinces as a requirement for credentialing. Exam Date: November 14, 2017 1pm-5pm At The JW Marriott 614 Canal St., New Orleans Application Deadline: August 17, 2017

Certifying Organization
National Examining Board of Ocularists, Inc.
http://www.neboboard.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 6 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Board Certified Ocularist Website

Certified Clinical Anaplastologist

Certification Description
In 1980, Walter Spohn and colleagues founded the American Anaplastology Association (AAA) at Stanford University, in Palo Alto, California. Mr. Spohn wanted the AAA to serve as an open and inspiring "Information Exchange," welcoming all of the multidiscipline specialists involved in prosthetic rehabilitation, and to promote coordination and communication among professionals working along different but related paths in the service of the patient. At the recommendation of an advisory committee formed in 1997, the membership of the American Anaplastology Association voted to establish a certification board in 2000 to follow the guidelines of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) - the accrediting body for the agency currently known as the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). This certification board became the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology (BCCA). In 2002, the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology was established as a private, autonomous organization and incorporated in the state of South Carolina as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mutual benefit corporation. In 2008, the American Anaplastology Association voted to change the name of the organization to the International Anaplastology Association (IAA) in recognition of the emerging global profession of clinical anaplastology. The Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology and the International Anaplastology Association remain strategic partners - working together to achieve objectives that are mutually beneficially for the field of anaplastology.

Certifying Organization
Board for Certification In Clinical Anaplastology
http://www.bcca-cca.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Clinical Anaplastologist Website

Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician

Certification Description
ABC technician registration is awarded as an attestation of competency for the public, those who require orthotic/prosthetic services, and those in other health professions. The awarding of ABC technician registration provides the registered technician with an appropriate and meaningful recognition of professional competence.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician Website

Certified Orthotic Fitter

Certification Description
An ABC Certified Fitter of Orthotics is an individual trained and qualified to participate in the fitting and delivery of prefabricated orthotic devices and/or soft goods. An ABC Certified Fitter of Orthotics is competent to practice orthotics within a scope of practice that is specific to fitting prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Orthotic Fitter Website

Certified Orthotist

Certification Description
An ABC certified orthotist and/or prosthetist is a healthcare professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certified Orthotist Website

Certified Pedorthist

Certification Description
An ABC Certified Pedorthist is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive pedorthic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. An ABC certified pedorthist fits, fabricates, adjusts, or modifies devices which reflect his/her education and training.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Pedorthist Website

Certified Prosthetist

Certification Description
An ABC certified orthotist and/or prosthetist is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage the comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certified Prosthetist Website

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists

Certification Description
The designation Fellow of the Academy is a signature recognition. The achievement comes as a result of hard work, commitment to personal development and a dedication to excellence in the profession. This elite status is attained by those with a demonstrated commitment to mastering their profession through sustained educational pursuits and a proven track record of service to both their community and the O&P profession.

Certifying Organization
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
http://www.oandp.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? No
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Website

Mastectomy Fitter Certification

Certification Description
BOC Mastectomy Fitters (BOC CMF) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using external breast prostheses and other post-mastectomy services.

Certifying Organization
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
https://www.bocusa.org/

Mastectomy Fitter Certification Website

Orthotic Fitter Certification

Certification Description
BOC Orthotic Fitters (BOC COF) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up, and practice management of people using prescribed prefabricated orthotics.

Certifying Organization
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
https://www.bocusa.org/

Orthotic Fitter Certification Website

Orthotist Certification

Certification Description
BOC Orthotist (BOCO) is qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up, and practice management of people using prescribed orthotics.

Certifying Organization
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
https://www.bocusa.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Orthotist Certification Website

Pedorthist Certification

Certification Description
BOC Pedorthists (BOCPD) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using prescribed pedorthic devices and therapeutic footwear. BOCPDs are recognized professionally as having completed a rigorous education and training program that satisfies industry standards.

Certifying Organization
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
https://www.bocusa.org/

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Pedorthist Certification Website

Prosthetist Certification

Certification Description
BOC Prosthetists (BOCP) are qualified to provide and/or supervise the assessment, treatment plan development and implementation, follow-up and practice management of people using prescribed prosthetics.

Certifying Organization
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
https://www.bocusa.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Prosthetist Certification Website

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

Certification Description
The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals is now awarding the professional title, Registered Orthopedic Technologist, R.O.T., after completion of an online examination and practical component.

Certifying Organization
American Society of Orthopedic Professionals
http://www.asop.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Registered Orthopedic Technologist Website

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter

Certification Description
An ABC Certified Fitter-therapeutic shoes is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to provide non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom multi-density inserts. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
http://www.abcop.org/Pages/default.aspx

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Website

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