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.
$77k
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).
43%
Master's degree
22%
Post-baccalaureate certificate
13%
Bachelor's degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Certified Orthotist (CO)
Certified Prosthetist (CP)
Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist (CPO)
Orthotist