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Orthotic Technician

THE WORKING DAY

Orthotic Technicians help people live their lives to the full by making splints, braces and special footwear.

You will work with people of all ages with a wide range of conditions, including, arthritis, cerebral palsy, stroke , spina bifida and scoliosis.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE ME?

An Orthotic Technician needs to be:

  • creative
  • good with their hands
  • able to work to deadlines
  • methodical and accurate
  • able to work from technical instructions

You will also need:

  • practical skills
  • design skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • using hand tools
  • working with different materials
  • IT and CADCAM skills
  • good communication skills if working with patients

WHAT'S NEXT?

Although there are no set entry requirements, employers usually ask for five GCSEs (or equivalent) including English, Maths and a science or engineering subject. A level 3 apprenticeship standard for prosthetic and Orthotic Technicians has been approved. To get onto an apprenticeship, you will need to apply for an apprentice position with a health care provider.

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