Current through Reg. 50, No. 187; September 24, 2024
(1) In order to establish eligibility for
licensure as an orthotist, prosthetist, orthotic fitter, orthotic fitter
assistant, or pedorthist under Section
468.803(5)(a), (b), (c), (d) or
(e), F.S., the applicant must submit an
Orthotist, Prosthetist, Orthotist - Prosthetist, Orthotic Fitter, Orthotic
Fitter Assistant, Pedorthist - Application for Licensure, form DH-MQA 1132,
(Revised 08/2022), herein incorporated by reference, which is available at
https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-14879,
or at the Board's website
http://floridasorthotistsprosthetists.gov/,
and provide:
(a) An official transcript from
the accredited institution at which the applicant's Baccalaureate or
post-graduate Bachelor of Science degree was awarded, indicating the degree
awarded.
(b) If the applicant's
degree was not awarded in orthotics and prosthetics, documentation from the
CAAHEP approved program certifying completion of an orthotics or prosthetics
program, as applicable.
(c) If the
applicant completed a residency program certified by NCOPE, documentation from
NCOPE certifying completion of the residency program.
(d)
1. If
the applicant completed an internship, documentation from the qualified
supervisor that specifies the number of hours worked demonstrates compliance
with Rule 64B14-4.100, F.A.C.,
or
2. The Board will accept written
documentation from NCOPE establishing the completion of an internship. Such
documentation must be submitted to the Board office directly from
NCOPE.
(e) Documentation
of completion of the mandatory courses.
(f) Sections 468.803(4)(a)2., (4)(b)2.,
(5)(a)2., and (5)(b)2., F.S., require that an applicant for examination or
license must first complete a qualified experience internship or residency.
Experience gained in Florida, through a residency is deemed "qualified"
beginning only after the issuance date of a valid Registration to practice in
Florida as a resident.
(2) In order to establish eligibility for
licensure as an orthotic fitter under Section
468.803(5)(c),
F.S., the applicant must provide at a minimum:
(a) A high school diploma or a certified GED
certificate.
(b) Proof of
successful completion of an orthotic fitter pre-certification course consisting
of a minimum of 32 hours and approved by the American Board for Certification
in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics. Alternative orthotic fitter courses
consisting of at least 32 hours may be considered by the Board when the
following knowledge and skills are documented: anatomy and physiology,
pathologies, biomechanics, patient assessment, treatment plans, equipment and
tools, follow-up plans, and practice management.
(c) Verification of Employment Form(s)
demonstrating two years supervised experience in orthotics that meets the
requirements of paragraph
64B14-4.110(1)(b),
F.A.C., signed by the applicant's qualified supervisor(s).
(d) Certification of completion of an 8 hour
course in casting custom-molded shoes.
(e) Documentation of completion of the
mandatory courses.
(3) In
order to establish eligibility for licensure as an orthotic fitter assistant
under Section 468.803(5)(d),
F.S., the applicant must provide at a minimum:
(a) A high school diploma or a certified GED
certificate.
(b) Proof of
successful completion of an orthotic fitter pre-certification course consisting
of a minimum of 32 hours and approved by the American Board for Certification
in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics. Alternative orthotic fitter courses
consisting of at least 32 hours may be considered by the Board when the
following knowledge and skills are documented: anatomy and physiology,
pathologies, biomechanics, patient assessment, treatment plans, equipment and
tools, follow-up plans, and practice management.
(c) Certification of completion of an 8 hour
course in casting custom-molded shoes.
(d) Documentation of completion of the
mandatory courses.
(4) In
order to establish eligibility for licensure as a pedorthist under Section
468.803(5)(e),
F.S., the applicant must provide at a minimum:
(a) A high school diploma or a certified GED
certificate.
(b) An original letter
from the head of a training program(s) approved by the Board for Certification
in Pedorthics, (BCP), or the American Board for Certification (ABC), attesting
to the inclusion of training as provided in paragraph
64B14-4.110(3)(a),
F.A.C.
(c) Documentation from a
qualified supervisor specifying the number of hours worked.
(d) Documentation of completion of the
mandatory courses.
Rulemaking Authority 468.802 FS. Law Implemented
456.013(1), (7), 456.0635, 468.803 FS.
New 12-10-98, Amended 11-11-02, 11-1-05, 9-21-06, 4-19-09,
4-12-10, Amended 6-19-12, 11-13-12, 6-10-13, 3-5-15, 10-21-18, 4-8-21,
12-4-22.
