Are you interested in becoming certified as an orthotic fitter?
The Orthotic Fitter is an important part of the medical team. Following a physician’s order or prescription, an Orthotic Fitter properly fits, dispenses and adjusts off-the-shelf (OTS) orthotic devices or braces. Trained and Certified Orthotic Fitters are integral to the physical and emotional well-being of patients, providing training and instruction on how to properly use and maintain their OTS orthotic devices.
Össur’s Orthotic Fitter course is an entry-level pre-requisite program for those wishing to sit for the exam and upon passing become an ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo) or a BOC Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF). This 32-hour course is also BOC approved as a refresher course for Category 37 1 and 0.5 Category 2 credits. This course will provide preparation for direct patient care, including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.
Join us and you will benefit from:
- An in-depth Anatomy & Physiology Pre-training Manual to prepare you for the coursework
- Online Learning Modules created by experienced professionals
- 2 Day fitting lab – 16 hours of hands-on experience
- Clinical assessment exercises
- Practice exams that will prepare you for successful completion of the ABC or BOC Certification exams
The registration fee for Össur’s Orthotic Fitter Course is $500.00. Lunch will be provided daily, and a negotiated group room rate will be arranged for those who would like hotel accommodations.
Upcoming Courses
Orange County, CA | February 11-12, 2020
Össur’s Orthotic Fitter Course is an entry-level prerequisite program for those wishing to sit for the exam and upon passing become an ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo) or a BOC Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF).
ABC-certified individuals will receive (30) Category II Scientific and (2) Category II Business continuing education credits for full participation in this course. This 32-hour course is also BOC approved as a refresher course for (37) Category 1 and (0.5) Category 2 credits.
This course will provide preparation for direct patient care, including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow up and practice management.
St. Louis, MO | May 12-13, 2020
Össur’s Orthotic Fitter Course is an entry-level prerequisite program for those wishing to sit for the exam and upon passing become an ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo) or a BOC Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF).
ABC-certified individuals will receive (30) Category II Scientific and (2) Category II Business continuing education credits for full participation in this course. This 32-hour course is also BOC approved as a refresher course for (37) Category 1 and (0.5) Category 2 credits.
This course will provide preparation for direct patient care, including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow up and practice management.
Philadelphia, PA | August 11-12, 2020
Össur’s Orthotic Fitter Course is an entry-level prerequisite program for those wishing to sit for the exam and upon passing become an ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo) or a BOC Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF).
ABC-certified individuals will receive (30) Category II Scientific and (2) Category II Business continuing education credits for full participation in this course. This 32-hour course is also BOC approved as a refresher course for (37) Category 1 and (0.5) Category 2 credits.
This course will provide preparation for direct patient care, including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow up and practice management.
Nashville, TN | November 3-4, 2020
Össur’s Orthotic Fitter Course is an entry-level prerequisite program for those wishing to sit for the exam and upon passing become an ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo) or a BOC Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF).
ABC-certified individuals will receive (30) Category II Scientific and (2) Category II Business continuing education credits for full participation in this course. This 32-hour course is also BOC approved as a refresher course for (37) Category 1 and (0.5) Category 2 credits.
This course will provide preparation for direct patient care, including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow up and practice management.