About
Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$78.1k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
90%
Master's degree
5%
Bachelor's degree
5%
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Certified Orthotist (CO)
Certified Prosthetist (CP)
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO)
Orthotist