Overview
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Diploma is for anyone who has an undergraduate degree and has an interest in this field. The program combines lectures, labs and practical experience in an onsite clinical facility and at local health agencies. The curriculum equips graduates to create treatment plans and then design and fabricate prosthetic and orthotic devices for the unique needs of each patient. The program gives students an applied understanding of pathology, biomechanics, material sciences, and anatomy and physiology, enabling them to help patients gain mobility and improve their quality of life.