Certificación: Orthopaedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
1111 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA 22314
Orthopaedic specialization within the physical therapy profession refers to the prevention of disability and the physical rehabilitation of persons with disability resulting from dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system and its related neurovascular components. The practice concentrates both on actual and potential dysfunction of physical capacity and movement. The orthopaedic clinical specialist uses advanced techniques and methods to assist the patient toward optimal function through corrective, adaptive, and prophylactic management of the neuromusculoskeletal system.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 10 Year(s)
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- Yes
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- Yes
Especialidad
La certificación correspondiente a una especialidad dentro de un reconocimiento de la ocupación. Por ejemplo, la enfermera y enfermera pediátrica Oncología especialidades están dentro de la campo de enfermería, de modo que la certificación La certificación de enfermería y Oncología Pediátrica de la enfermera se clasificarían como especialidad certificaciones.
- Esta certificación está relacionada con las especialidades ocupacionales militares.