Pop Programs

A career in POP means endless job possibilities – and something for everyone. You can kickstart your POP career by shadowing a POP professional or learning more about POP education programs.

Rewarding careers in the POP profession are available for people with all levels of education and experience, who have an interest in healthcare, engineering, technology or art.

Search below to find a POP school or program that’s right for you.

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Prosthetics Programs

Prosthetic care providers improve the quality of life for people with limb loss or limb difference.

Prosthetist

Provides comprehensive patient care by designing, making and fitting prosthetic devices.
Alabama State University
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Baylor College of Medicine
Master of Science (Orthotics & Prosthetics)
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Master of Science (O&P Option)
Concordia University - St Paul / Century College
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
East Tennessee State University
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics (IIOP)
Pedorthist Precertification Course
Kennesaw State University
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Northwestern University
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
Salus University
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
University of Hartford
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Pittsburgh
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Texas - Southwestern Medical Center
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Washington
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
Alabama State University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
American Association of Breast Care Professionals
Prosthetics
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
American Breast Care, LP
Prosthetics
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Amoena
Prosthetics
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Anita International Corporation
Prosthetics
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Baylor College of Medicine
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science (Orthotics & Prosthetics)
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Orthotics Prosthetics
Orthotic & Prosthetic Technology Program / Associate in Applied Sciences – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science (O&P Option)
Century College
Orthotics Prosthetics
Certificate / Associate of Science – Orthotic / Prosthetic Technology
Concordia University - St Paul / Century College
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
East Tennessee State University
Prosthetics Orthotics
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Eastern Michigan University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
International Institute of Orthotics & Prosthetics
Prosthetics
Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics
Joliet Junior College
Orthotics Prosthetics
Certificate / Associate of Applied Science (Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology)
Kennesaw State University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Northwestern University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
Oakland University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Bachelors of Science – Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies
OandPEdu
Orthotics Pedorthics Prosthetics
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
Salus University
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Spokane Falls Community College
Orthotics Prosthetics
Certificate / Associate in Applied Science – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology
Trulife
Prosthetics
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
University of Hartford
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Pittsburgh
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Texas - Southwestern Medical Center
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Washington
Orthotics Prosthetics
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics

Prosthetic Assistant

Works with the prosthetist to provide care and make, repair and maintain prosthetic devices.
Oakland University
Bachelors of Science – Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies

Prosthetic Technician

Supports patient care providers by making, repairing and maintaining prosthetic devices.
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Orthotic & Prosthetic Technology Program / Associate in Applied Sciences – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology
Century College
Certificate / Associate of Science – Orthotic / Prosthetic Technology
Joliet Junior College
Certificate / Associate of Applied Science (Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology)
Spokane Falls Community College
Certificate / Associate in Applied Science – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology

Mastectomy Fitter

Provides breast prostheses, post-mastectomy items and patient care.
American Association of Breast Care Professionals
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
American Breast Care, LP
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Amoena
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Anita International Corporation
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
OandPEdu
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course
Trulife
Mastectomy Fitter Precertification Course

Orthotics Programs

Orthotic care providers improve people’s mobility by evaluating, making and fitting people with supportive braces.

Orthotist

Provides comprehensive patient care by designing, making and fitting orthotic devices.
Alabama State University
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Baylor College of Medicine
Master of Science (Orthotics & Prosthetics)
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Master of Science (O&P Option)
Concordia University - St Paul / Century College
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
East Tennessee State University
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics (IIOP)
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course
Kennesaw State University
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Loma Linda University
Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics
Northwestern University
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
Salus University
Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
University of Hartford
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Pittsburgh
Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Texas - Southwestern Medical Center
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics
University of Washington
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics

Orthotic Assistant

Works with the orthotist to provide care and make, repair and maintain orthotic devices.
Oakland University
Bachelors of Science – Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies

Orthotic Technician

Supports patient care providers by making, repairing and maintaining orthotic devices.
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Orthotic & Prosthetic Technology Program / Associate in Applied Sciences – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology
Century College
Certificate / Associate of Science – Orthotic / Prosthetic Technology
Joliet Junior College
Certificate / Associate of Applied Science (Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology)
Spokane Falls Community College
Certificate / Associate in Applied Science – Orthotic Prosthetic Technology

Orthotic Fitter

Fits, modifies and provides pre-made orthotic devices.
​Breg, Inc.
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course
CFS Allied Health Education
Fitter Precertification Course
DJO Global/Enovis
Fitter Precertification Course
International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics (IIOP)
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course
OandPEdu
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
Thuasne USA / Townsend Design
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course
United States Airforce Orthotic Lab
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course
University of Pittsburgh
Orthotic Fitter Precertification Course

Pedorthics Programs

Pedorthic care providers enhance mobility for people with painful or disabling foot conditions by making, fitting and modifying pedorthic devices and shoes.

Pedorthist

Provides, makes, fits and modifies foot orthoses and shoes.
Academy of Pedorthic Science
Pedorthist Precertification Course
CFS Allied Health Education / Steampunk Bionics Academy
Pedorthist Precertification Course
International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics (IIOP)
Pedorthist Precertification Course
Midwest School of Modern Pedorthics
Pedorthist Precertification Course

Therapeutic Shoe Fitter

Provides non-custom diabetic shoes and inserts.
Academy of Pedorthic Science
Pedorthist Precertification Course
Anodyne
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
CFS Allied Health Educa​tion
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
Dr. Comfort
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
OandPEdu
Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Precertification Course
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