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NCOPE Approved for ABC or BOC Certification

2013 Orthotic/Mastectomy & Shoe Fitter Courses

Reno, Nevada

Contact:

Paul Smith 
OandPEdu.com 
trainingstaff@oandpedu.com 
530 2290337 

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When

Orthotic Fitter Labs are 8am - 5pm  Thursday May 16th & Friday May 17th

Mastectomy Fitter Lab is 8:00 am - 5 pm Saturday May 18th

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter lab is 8:00 am - 5 pm Saturday May 18th

 

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Where

Peppermill Resort and Casino

 2707 South Virginia Street
Call (866) 821-9996 for Reservations
Reno, NV 89502

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Orthotic Fitter Course

Distance Learning + 2 day Lab

May16th and 17th 8 am - 5 pm
Mastectomy Fitter Course

Distance Learning + 1 day Lab

May 18th 8 am - 5 pm

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Course

Distance Learning 1 day Lab

May 18th 8 am - 5 pm

Orthotic Fitter - This course is a full spectrum study in Orthotics and qualifies as the prerequisite course of study for BOC - Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF) or ABC - Certified Fitter Orthotics (CFo).   This Orthotic Fitter Course will include all the required courses by distance learning. You will be provided with special 24/7 access to the course material via the internet on our distance learning website until completed. You can complete this course on your schedule which will save you from having to attend a full five day course and being away from your office during business hours. Once complete it will be followed by a two day face-to-face lab on May16th & 17th from 8 am - 5:00 pm in Reno, Nevada.

Mastectomy Fitter - This course can be taken in conjunction with the Orthotic Fitter Course or Stand Alone.   Either way the course will include all the required courses by distance learning, available on the internet 24/7 from the comfort of your home or office. This course is a full spectrum study and qualifies as the prerequisite course of study for BOC - Certified Mastectomy Fitter (CMF) or ABC - Certified Fitter Mastectomy (CFm).  Once complete it will be followed by a face-to-face lab on May 18th from 8 am - 5 pm and will include the basic fitting techniques for forms and bras but will also include more advanced techniques covering more complex fittings and compression therapy as it pertains to the mastectomy patient.

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter - This course can be taken in conjunction with the Orthotic Fitter Course or Stand Alone also.   Either way the course will include all the required courses by distance learning, available on the internet 24/7 from the comfort of your home or office. This course is a full spectrum study and qualifies as the prerequisite course of study for  ABC - Certified Shoe Fitter (CFts).  Once complete it will be followed by a face-to-face lab on May 18th from 8 am - 5 pm and will include the basic fitting techniques for therapeutic shoes and inserts and a multitude of different techniques to address accommodations to shoes/inserts which are in harmony with the scope of care of a therapeutic shoe fitter.

Each session contains the required courses to meet the NCOPE standards as certification prerequisite requirements for ABC and/or BOC. Candidates must complete each course and pass each course exam with an 80% or better score prior to attending the live face-to-face labs.

During the face-to-face you will receive instructions on how to fit the required orthoses and will be evaluated on your fitting competence. The final face-to-face labs which will be held at:

Peppermill Resort and Casino

2707 South Virginia Street
Call (866)  821-9996 for Reservations
Reno, NV 89502

 

There is limited seating and our courses fill up fast!

So Register TODAY!

Register your attendance with the Red "Register Now" button below.

This class will fill up fast.

When you meet the education, experience and examination requirements by the Certifying Board and become a Certified Orthotic Fitter or Certified Mastectomy Fitter, you may qualify to fit certain Pre-Fabricated Orthoses*.

* State Licensure Laws and scopes of practice apply.

Orthotic Fitter Course  $599.00

Mastectomy Fitter Course $219.00

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Course $299.00

Combination Orthotic/Mastectomy Fitter Course $699.00 SAVE $119.00

Combination Orthotic/Shoe Fitter Course $799.00 SAVE $99.00

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Just received from a prior student:

From Atlanta 2012   "My name is Andy B, from Louisville, KY. I took your orthotic fitter class in Atlanta. I just wanted to thank you again and let you know I passed my exam this morning! The class and practice exam were great tools to pass."

Thanks again, Andy, COF

From the Dallas class 2012, "I passed the ABC last week but I enjoyed the materials. I appreciate it. The ABC exam was pretty difficult, I was very happy to pass."

Thank you, Amanda, CFo

From Denver 2012 ckass  "I just wanted to drop you a quick note. I attended the fitter course when you were in Denver this past October. I took and passed my exam last week! Thank you again for the course and test prep. "

Thanks again, Cheryl Z CFm

Thank you Mr. Jim and everyone with O&P Education for being wonderful teachers and instructors along my journey;) I attended your orthotic fitters class in Fall of 2011 in Portland, OR;) Today I finally took the BOC Orthotic Fitters exam and passed!!! I look forward to working with you all when it comes to any classes in this field;) Mr. Jim is the best and has been in contact with me ever since we met! You are a great mentor and you truly care about your students and how you can help them!!! I highly recommend O&P Education!!!! Thank you you all sooo much!

Thank You, Jenny D, COF

 

 

Orthotic Fitter Course Outline:

Distance Learning On-line sessions:

  • Practice Management, Medical Terminology
  • Tools & Techniques
  • Anatomy - Physiology
  • Cervical Anatomy and Orthotic applications
  • Gait Analysis
  • SOAP Notes
  • Biomechanics
  • Spinal Anatomy and Orthotic applications
  • Kinesiology Lower Extremity
  • Lower Extremity Anatomy and Orthotic applications
  • Diabetic Foot, Anatomy and Therapeutic Shoe Fitting
  • Compliance
  • Hazard Communications
  • Kinesiology Upper Quarter
  • Upper Extremity Anatomy and Orthotic applications
  • Venous Insufficiencies
  • Lymphedema
  • HIPAA privacy and security
  • Ethics

Face to Face Labs

 First Live Lab Day

  • Face to Face Labs - Spinal Lab, Lower Anatomy Lab

Second Live Lab Day

  • Face to Face Labs - Lower Anatomy Lab, Venous Insufficiency Lab, Foot Lab, Upper Anatomy Lab

 Mastectomy Fitter Course Outline:

Distance Learning On-line sessions:

  • Practice Management
  • Breast Anatomy-Mastectomy Fitting
  • Anatomy Upper Torso
  • Medical Terminology
  • Writing proper SOAP notes
  • Compliance
  • Venous System
  • Lymphedema
  • Privacy & Security
  • Ethics-Risk Management
  • Infection Control
  • Hazard Communication.

 Live Lab

  • Face to Face Lab, includes mastectomy prosthesis, bras, compression garments.

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Course Outline:

Distance Learning On-line sessions: 

  • Practice Management
  • Common Foot Pathologies and Deformities
  • Foot Measurement, Shoe Fitting and Selection
  • Medical Terminology
  • Writing proper SOAP notes
  • Biomechanics
  • Compliance
  • Complications Associated with the Diabetic Foot
  • Gait Analysis
  • HIPAA
  • Ethics-Risk Management
  • Anatomy of the Foot
  • Hazard Communication.

 Live Lab

  • Face to Face Lab, includes shoes, inserts and many different approved shoe/insert accommodations.
Register Now!       LIMITED SEATING REGISTER TODAY!

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