The Orthopedic Proficiency Certification (OPC) is a certification earned by clinicians who demonstrate the highest level of evidence-informed orthopedic rehabilitation skills. This certification is open to all clinicians, but specifically designed for PTAs and ATs. A clinician with the OPC designation represents someone who is a movement expert, integrating advanced technical skills and pain neuroscience with comprehensive exercise prescription to skillfully manage patients along with the entire healthcare team. The exam includes a written exam (online) followed by a live, virtual practical exam.
Successful completion of the Orthopedic Proficiency Certification curriculum series is required in order to sit for the exam.
Course Level: Exam
Prerequisites: FRK: Functional Rehab of the Knee: Concepts of Evidence Based Treatment/MPS: Modern Pain Science On-Line Course With Live Lab/MTX: Skilled Integration of Manual Therapy and Exercise/PAR: Post-Arthroplasty Rehab of the Knee and Shoulder/RCS: Rotator Cuff Syndrome: Evidence based Applications for Primary and Secondary Impingement
Audience: PTA/ATC
Contact Hrs: No CEU’s are awarded for the examination process.
Live Test Time: Live, virtual practical testing will be coordinated via the IAMT team following successful completion of the online written exam.
