What is the typical post-secondary time commitment until full clinical licensure for an O&P?

A minimum of about seven years post-secondary education

The educational commitment for the clinical path toward becoming a fully licensed Orthotist or Prosthetist is substantial, requiring a significant investment of time following high school completion. This timeline is broken down into several mandatory phases. First, a bachelor’s degree generally requires a minimum of four years. This is followed by the specialized master’s program in O&P, which typically lasts around two academic years. Finally, before sitting for the major board exams necessary for independent practice, candidates must complete a mandatory residency or fellowship period, usually lasting one year. When aggregated, the time invested in post-secondary education and required training totals a minimum of approximately seven years before full licensure can be attained.