Orthopedic Technology

Orthopedic Technologists are allied health professionals who assist Orthopedic Surgeons in the treatment of patients in a variety of health care environments. They are employed in hospitals, clinics, and private practice offices.

Orthopedic Technologists apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and braces. They also set up, adjust, and maintain traction configurations, assist with the care of acutely injured patients, and assist the physician in the reduction and/or manipulation of orthopedic injuries.

The one-year program is designed to provide Orthopedic Technology graduates with lifetime professional skills in a rapidly expanding allied health field.

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This program has a prerequisite: Successful completion of BIO 140 or equivalent.

The mandatory Orthopedic Technology Orientation will be held on
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in Building 36/Room 352B.  Attendance is REQUIRED.

Before proceeding to registration, read all of the above information. There may be a prerequisite or required documentation i.e. proof of High School diploma, age verification, etc...

This is a one year program that starts in August each year. Online registration is unavailable for this program. Please call the ROP office at 619-644-7550 for prerequisite information.