UW's Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics professional degree program and the Dept of Rehab is holding an Open House on Nov 4th at 5 p.m. in the UW Medical Center, Room BB-918.
Prosthetics and Orthotics is an exciting career with excellent employment opportunities and growth potential. The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists maintains a web site with information about a career in P&O: http://www.opcareers.org/. Detailed information about the UW program, including prerequisites, can be found at: http://rehab.washington.edu/education/degree/po/.
Generally speaking, candidates for a career in Prosthetics & Orthotics are compassionate and patient; have strong interpersonal skills; enjoy hands-on work; have good mechanical aptitude; and are excellent problem-solvers and creative thinkers.
