Certified Prosthetic Technician (CTP)

certifying organization info

American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. Certified Prosthetic Technician (CTP) 330 John Carlyle Street, Suite 210, Alexandria VA 22314 https://www.abcop.org/

description

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. Certified Prosthetic Technician (CTP) Website

details

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? Yes

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 5 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes

Renew through Re-Examination? No

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No