Note: Links to the Florida Statutes and Florida
Administrative Code will open in a new window.
Q: Can I apply for a temporary license?
A: No. Although Section 468.807, F.S., authorizes the issuance of temporary licenses, the board has not implemented this law by promulgating rules. It is not an option for applicants at this time.
Q: Do I have to complete continuing education for the first biennium?
A: Yes, only the prevention of medical errors.
Q: What are the requirements for licensure as an Orthotist or Prosthetist?
A: An official transcript from the accredited institution at which the applicant’s BS degree was awarded, indicating the degree awarded. If the applicant’s bachelor’s degree was not awarded in Orthotics and prosthetics, certification of completion of an Orthotics or prosthetics program, as applicable, recognized by the CAAHEP. If the applicant completed a residency program certified by NCOPE, an original letter from the head of the residency program attesting to successful completion of the program. (PLEASE REVIEW CH. 468.803, F.S. and RULE CHAPTER 64B14, F.A.C.)
Q: What are the requirements for licensure as an Orthotic Fitter?
A: Refer to Rule 64B14-4.110, Florida Administrative Code.
Q: What are the requirements for licensure as an Orthotic Fitter Assistant?
A: Successful completion of the 32-hour Trulife or the 32-hour Surgical Appliance Industries orthotics course and examination, and completion of an approved eight hour course in custom-molded shoes. Certification of completion of an 8-hour course in casting custom-molded shoes.
Q: What are the requirements for licensure as a Pedorthists?
A: The minimum 120 hours of training must meet the following requirements: the training must take place in a program approved by ABC, the training must include the five major domains: Pedorthic assessment, techniques and applications, patient management, practice management and professional responsibility. The internship must consist of 80 hours of Pedorthic work experience under the direct supervision of a licensed orthotist, licensed pedorthist, and orthotist certified by ABC, or a pedorthist certified by ABC.
Q: Do I have to be licensed in the State of Florida to practice orthotics and/or prosthetics?
A: Yes.
Q: If I’m not licensed as a prosthetist, orthotists, orthotic fitter, orthotic fitter assistant, or pedorthist may I practice under direct supervision of practitioner who is licensed in Florida?
A: You may only provide services as “Support Personnel” as referenced in Chapter 468.808, F.S.
Q: Does Florida recognize reciprocity from another state?
A: No.
Q: When will I need to renew my license?
A: Licenses must be renewed no later than November 30, every odd year.
Q: Will my foreign education be acceptable for licensure?
A: Foreign education must be translated to English and evaluated by a Board approved evaluator.
Q: How should letters of recommendation be addressed?
A: Letter of recommendation must be addressed specifically to the Board of Orthotists & Prosthetists.
Q: How long does it take to receive my license?
A: 30 days from the receipt of the application if all requirements for licensure have been met.
Q: How can I verify if my license has been issued?
A: You may verify a license by visiting our website at www.flhealthsource.com
Q: What providers are approved for the 2 hour course the prevention of medical errors?
A: Visit CE Broker.com
(Note: Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.)
If you have a question you feel would be helpful to be listed here, please contact the Board staff so the question can be added for the benefit of others. You may contact the Board of Orthotists & Prosthetists in writing at Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, Board of Orthotists & Prosthetists, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C07, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3257 or by telephone at (850) 245-4355 or by email at MQA_OandP@doh.state.fl.us.
|
