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Prosthetic and orthotic technician
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
1.5 yr
typical
Sector
Health and science
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Designing and manufacturing custom made devices to meet specification such as artificial limbs and spinal bracing
What you'd do
Fabricate custom prosthetic and orthotic devices to clinical prescriptions
Use CAD/CAM technology to design and manufacture devices digitally
Attend clinical appointments to fit and adjust devices for patients
Carry out quality checks on completed devices before clinical use
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical workshop environment
Source and manage materials and components for device production
Complete accurate manufacturing records and device documentation for patient files
What you'd learn
Materials science for prosthetics and orthotics including plastics, carbon fibre, and metals
Manufacturing and fabrication techniques for prosthetic and orthotic devices
CAD/CAM systems used in prosthetic and orthotic device production
Anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics relevant to prosthetic and orthotic applications
Quality control and clinical standards for device manufacture
Health and safety in clinical workshops including infection control
Device fitting procedures and supporting clinical assessments as a technician
Ready to look for a place?
See live Prosthetic and orthotic technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.