The art and science of treating orthopedic injuries.
Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of disorders or
injuries of the bones, joints, and associated muscles. This program is designed to
train students as Orthopedic Technologists, preparing graduates with lifetime professional
skills in an expanding allied health field.
Orthopedic Technologists are employed in hospitals, clinics, or private practice offices
for applying, adjusting, and/or removing of casts, splints, and braces. Orthopedic
Technologists set up, adjust, and maintain all traction configurations, assist with
the care of the acutely injured orthopedic patients, and assist the physician in the
reduction and/or manipulation of orthopedic injuries.
Duration
Grossmont College prepares the student for an Associate Degree in Science as an Orthopedic
Technologist and may be completed in four semesters or upon successful completion
of the Orthopedic Technology courses, a Certificate of Achievement, which may be completed
in two semesters.
Upon completion of all degree requirements, the graduate is eligible to sit for the
certification exam as a Certified Orthopedic Technologist administered by the National
Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc. (NBCOT).
For more information, please visit our department webpage: Orthopedic Technology
Each academic plan below represents one possible pathway for the program and is for
reference only. We highly encourage you to meet with a counselor to create an education
plan specific to your goals!
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Note: This is not an educational plan. Pathways for transfer to CSUs (California State Universities) can vary by institution. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop an individualized plan for your academic goal.
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