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Certified Prosthetist Assistant — CPA

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Description

An ABC Certified Assistant supports the ABC certified practitioner in providing comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. Under the guidance and Indirect Supervision of the ABC certified practitioner, certified assistants may perform orthotic and/or prosthetic procedures and related tasks in the management of patient care. This includes fabrication, repairs and maintenance of devices to provide maximum fit, function and cosmesis that reflect the level of education and training received.

Certifying Organization

American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Suggested because Certified Prosthetist Assistant applies to Medical Appliance Technicians. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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