Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics Program (Postgraduate) (S407)
- Program Name: Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics
- Code: S407
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Health & Wellness
- Location: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,082.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical experiences in various health-care institutions
- Fall 2023 Delivery: Semester 1, 3: Hybrid
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates in clinical methods in orthotics/prosthetics for nearly 40 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
George Brown College's Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a joint program with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other facilities that teaches you how to assess and fit patients with artificial limbs, braces and splints. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
George Brown College's Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a two-year postgraduate program that trains students to make and fit prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces and splints).
This full-time program is unique in Ontario and taught at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre by faculty currently working in the field.
Classes start in September only. Winter and summer start options are not available.
Applications must be submitted to Ontario Colleges by February 1 of each year.
As this is a post-degree program, all applicants must have a four-year B.Sc. degree from an accredited institution. A four-year degree in engineering or kinesiology will be considered.
George Brown's Prosthetics & Orthotics Clinical Methods (S407) program accepts 8 students into the program.
The program allows students to obtain theory, laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists at:
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (Hamilton)
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- The Hospital for Sick Children
- Prosthetic Energy
- OrthoProActive Consultants Inc.
- Boundless Biomechanical Bracing
This program will appeal to students who have a background in health sciences and are interested in working with people and helping patients in their attempts to overcome disabilities.
Graduates will be eligible for certification by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (formerly the “Canadian Board of Certification”).
Statistical Information
Students per class: 8
Classes running per year: 2
Attrition (past five years): 0
Employment record: 95 per cent or better
Program Selection Process
The Clinical Methods in Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is a post-graduate program that is open to applicants with a specific degree, as outlined in the admission requirements.
The selection of students involves a two-step procedure:
i) Eligible applicants will be invited to take an online entrance exam involving subjects covering biology (anatomy, physiology, pathology), biophysics and biomechanics, spatial relations, and prosthetics and orthotics knowledge.
Testing will be available on Saturday, February 25 or Sunday, February 26, 2023. Login window between 12 p.m.–1p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time). Students will have three hours to complete the entrance exam. Scheduling and arrangements for this testing will be done via the email applicants submitted when registering with Ontario Colleges.
ii) The top 18 ranked students from the entrance exam will be invited to an online video interview after Friday, March 8, 2023. Every applicant that qualifies, will send two letters of reference to the Sunnybrook Campus address below no later than Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Online interviews will run from Saturday, March 11, to Friday, March 17, 2023.
Your Field Education Options
The on-site and off-site clinical experience in this Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics program plays an essential role in preparing students for the real work ahead.
During the Clinical Techniques classes in each semester, students will have the chance to work directly with clients who require prosthetic/orthotic treatment. Provision and evaluation of treatment will be unique to suit each client’s individual needs.
Treatment will include:
- an assessment
- measurements
- shape-capture by hand
- scanning and rectification of plaster and digital positive models
The design and fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic devices takes place in the laboratory procedure’s courses.
On-site Grand Rounds sessions are held monthly and require students to give a monthly presentation on a related topic to a group of faculty, students and sector partners. For details about Grand Rounds, please visit this link to their website.
Since 1979, the Prosthetic & Orthotic programs have required students to present various topics in a more formalized setting to try to enhance their presentation skills and to encourage them to continue this activity into their professional lives. These sessions normally take place on the evening of the first Tuesday of every month. Both venues are located in the Sunnybrook Health Science Centre. We welcome anyone interested to please attend the sessions.
The strength of the program is the structured clinical education provided by various clinical settings. In conjunction with the curriculum changes made over the years, there are many clinical facilities and practitioners participating to deliver the various segments of the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible to travel to the various hospitals and clinics in the program by either personal or public transportation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gather and assimilate information about a patient through medical records, prosthetic/orthotic history, patient's comments and clinical examination, and be sensitive to the implications of the relevant information.
- Recognize patient conditions requiring medical/health care beyond the scope of orthotic and prosthetic practice.
- Based on the appropriate prescription, design and articulate a prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan based upon the prescription received and assessment made of the patient and, when necessary, in communication with various members of the health-care team.
- Analyze information concerning the proposed prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan and forecast the success of the appliance in terms of clinical principles and the patient's disability/pathology and expectations.
- Obtain all appropriate measurements, casts, layouts, etc., necessary to proceed with the prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan.
- Perform and prepare all the appropriate positive cast modifications, layout adjustments and other procedures necessary to proceed with the fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance.
- Formulate and fabricate prosthetic/orthotic appliances utilizing knowledge of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic materials and employing prescribed and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Perform patient fittings of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic devices, including static and dynamic alignments, evaluating the appliance on the patient, instructing the patient in its use.
- Perform reassessments, adjustments or replacements of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance, in consultation with the referring physician, as the patient's age, physical condition or lifestyle change.
- Keep abreast of new developments concerning prosthetic and orthotic care.
- Maintain organized patient records, encompassing all pertinent information relating to the ongoing prosthetic/orthotic treatment.
- Identify and relate to the various health-care resources that are available to the prosthetist/orthotist and his or her patients.
- Appreciate the roles that the prosthetic/orthotic professional bodies play in the maintenance of standards and the development of the profession and to be willing to contribute toward its advancement.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1017 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| ORTH 1001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory I |
| ORTH 1005 | Laboratory Procedures I |
| ORTH 1002 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques I |
| KINE 1002 | Kinesiology and Biomechanics I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1018 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| ORTH 1003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory II |
| ORTH 1004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques II |
| ORTH 1006 | Laboratory Procedures II |
| PHSL 1003 | Physiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| KINE 2001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Case Studies |
| ORTH 2003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory III |
| ORTH 2004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques III |
| ORTH 2007 | Laboratory Procedures III |
| PATH 2003 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH 2018 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory IV |
| ORTH 2008 | Laboratory Procedures IV |
| ORTH 2006 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques IV |
| ORTH 2001 | Practice Management and Professional Issues in Orthotics/Prosthetics |
| PATH 2004 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| ORTH 2005 | Powered Prosthetics |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
The Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics program follows a co-operative curriculum model with McMaster University’s Masters of Science program in Rehabilitation Science.
Students who elect to pursue both credentials are responsible for all fees at both institutions. For more information, see the Prosthetics and Orthotics programs website.
3,450-Hour Residency:
- Upon successful completion of the program, graduates enter a 3,450-hour residency program (under the auspices of Orthotics Prosthetics Canada in either orthotics or prosthetics.
- The residency is conducted under the supervision of a certified practitioner.
- Upon completion of the residency, graduates are eligible to sit for CBCPO certification exams operated by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada in the discipline in which they have completed (either orthotics or prosthetics).
- For more details about the requirements of becoming a certified clinician, please visit Orthotics Prosthetics Canada.
Graduates of a health sciences program who have an interest in working in long-term care facilities should consider applying to our Interprofessional Complex and Long-Term Care (S417) postgraduate certificate.
(S417) program details:
- two-semester program
- will teach you to co-ordinate and manage an interprofessional health-care team of complex and long-term care professionals
- delivered online and on-demand to accommodate working professionals
- includes a clinical field placement component
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
This program does not accept international students.
Please note that Manitoba-based students will have certain specific ancillary fee charges removed prior to program registration.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
This program is available to domestic applicants only.
- Four-year Bachelor of Science degree. A four-year degree in engineering or kinesiology will be considered.
- Courses in anatomy, biomechanics and gait, human physiology and pathology, and rehabilitation sciences are preferred
- Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work (in progress or complete) must be submitted
- Departmental review which will include:
- online entrance exam
- submission of two reference letters
- program-specific admissions assessment via video interview, designed to allow applicants to demonstrate their aptitude for developing the necessary applied and interpersonal skills essential to holistic clinical care*.
- For more information please visit the Clinical Methods in Orthotics & Prosthetic page.
Please note:
- Only eligible applicants who meet the academic requirements will be invited to complete a written entrance exam. The top ranked applicants are then invited to submit two reference letters and attend the next stage of the admissions process.
*Video interview results are only applicable for one academic cycle. Applicants who reapply must take the interview again, regardless of their previous result.
This program is highly competitive and space is limited. There are 8 seats available.
A total of eight applicants, in order of admissions ranking, will be invited to accept clinical positions.
Please also note: Students will be required to travel to various hospitals and clinics associated with the program throughout the week. Students are required to arrange their own transportation.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Find out more about English proficiency requirements.
Special Requirements
Public Health recommends that people working with young children and other vulnerable communities be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As such, students who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 may not be able to complete the required field placement component of their program in the regularly scheduled time frame.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-480-5783. Please leave a message at this number.
Email: applicant_info@gbcpando.com
Visit the program website at georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics Program (Postgraduate) (S407)
- Program Name: Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics
- Code: S407
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Health & Wellness
- Location: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,041.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical experiences in various health-care institutions
- Spring 2023 Delivery: Not Available
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates in clinical methods in orthotics/prosthetics for nearly 40 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a joint program with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other facilities that teaches you how to assess and fit patients with artificial limbs, braces and splints. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a two-year postgraduate program that trains students to make and fit prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces and splints).
This full-time program, unique in Ontario, is taught at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre by faculty currently working in the field.
Classes start in September only. Winter and summer start options are not available.
Applications must be submitted to Ontario Colleges by February 1 of each year.
As this is a post-degree program, all applicants must have a four-year B.Sc. degree from an accredited institution. A four-year degree in engineering or kinesiology will be considered.
The George Brown College Prosthetics & Orthotics Clinical Methods Program (S407) accepts 10 students into the program. Eight students will be accepted to attend the Toronto-based program, and two students will be accepted to the Winnipeg-based program.
The two additional Winnipeg-based seats have been created in response to our profession (Orthotics Prosthetics Canada), our program advisory committee, and our stakeholders – all of whom identify a need to address the shortage of certified prosthetic and orthotic clinicians, especially in Manitoba.
The Toronto-based program allows students to obtain theory, laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists at:
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (Hamilton)
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- The Hospital for Sick Children
- Prosthetic Energy
- OrthoProActive Consultants Inc.
- Boundless Biomechanical Bracing
The Winnipeg-based program will be delivering the laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty who are certified prosthetists/orthotists.
- Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre
- Rehabilitation Centre for Children
- Winnipeg Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Anderson Orthopedics
- Snider Orthotic Design
Broadcast from the Toronto-based campuses, the theory, support courses and clinical demonstrations will be taught synchronously online to allow the two Winnipeg-based students to learn from the same instructors, follow the same curriculum and be able to interact with the eight Toronto-based students.
This program will appeal to students who have a background in health sciences and are interested in working with people and helping patients in their attempts to overcome disabilities.
Graduates will be eligible for certification by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (formerly the “Canadian Board of Certification”).
Statistical Information
Students per class: 10 classes running per year: two attrition (past five years): 0
Employment record: 95 per cent or better
Program Selection Process
The Clinical Methods in Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is a post-graduate program that is open to applicants with a specific degree, as outlined in the admission requirements.
The selection of students involves a two-step procedure:
i) Eligible applicants will be invited to take an online admissions test involving subjects covering biology (anatomy, physiology, pathology), biophysics and biomechanics, spatial relations, and prosthetics and orthotics knowledge.
Testing will be available on Saturday, February 26 or Sunday, February 27, 2022 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time). Scheduling and arrangements for this testing will be done via the email applicants submitted when registering with Ontario Colleges.
ii) The top 18 ranked students from the admissions testing will be invited to an online video interview after Friday, March 9, 2022. Every applicant that qualifies, will send two letters of reference to the Sunnybrook Campus address below no later than Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Online interviews will run from Saturday, March 12 to Friday, March 18, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: Some of our clinical or work placement partners may require students to show proof of full vaccination. As such, students who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 may not be able to complete the required field placement component of their program in the regularly scheduled time frame. Please visit this page for the latest updates on COVID-19.
Your Field Education Options
The on-site and off-site clinical experience in this program helps prepare students for the real work ahead. The design and fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic devices takes place in the laboratory procedure’s courses. During the Clinical Techniques classes in each semester, students will have the chance to work directly with clients who require prosthetic/orthotic treatment including the client assessment, measurement, shape-capture by hand and scanning and rectification of plaster and digital positive models. Provision and evaluation of treatment will be unique to suit each client’s individual needs.
On-site Grand Rounds sessions are held monthly and require students to give a monthly presentation on a related topic to a group of faculty, students and sector partners. For details about Grand Rounds, please click here.
Since 1979, the Prosthetic & Orthotic programs have required students to present various topics in a more formalized setting to try to enhance their presentation skills and to encourage them to continue this activity into their professional lives. These sessions normally take place on the evening of the first Tuesday of every month. Both venues are located in the Sunnybrook Health Science Centre. We welcome anyone interested to please attend the sessions.
The strength of the program is the structured clinical education provided by various clinical settings. In conjunction with the curriculum changes made over the years, there are many clinical facilities and practitioners participating to deliver the various segments of the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible to travel to the various hospitals and clinics in the program by either personal or public transportation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gather and assimilate information about a patient through medical records, prosthetic/orthotic history, patient's comments and clinical examination, and be sensitive to the implications of the relevant information.
- Recognize patient conditions requiring medical/health care beyond the scope of orthotic and prosthetic practice.
- Based on the appropriate prescription, design and articulate a prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan based upon the prescription received and assessment made of the patient and, when necessary, in communication with various members of the health-care team.
- Analyze information concerning the proposed prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan and forecast the success of the appliance in terms of clinical principles and the patient's disability/pathology and expectations.
- Obtain all appropriate measurements, casts, layouts, etc., necessary to proceed with the prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan.
- Perform and prepare all the appropriate positive cast modifications, layout adjustments and other procedures necessary to proceed with the fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance.
- Formulate and fabricate prosthetic/orthotic appliances utilizing knowledge of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic materials and employing prescribed and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Perform patient fittings of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic devices, including static and dynamic alignments, evaluating the appliance on the patient, instructing the patient in its use.
- Perform reassessments, adjustments or replacements of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance, in consultation with the referring physician, as the patient's age, physical condition or lifestyle change.
- Keep abreast of new developments concerning prosthetic and orthotic care.
- Maintain organized patient records, encompassing all pertinent information relating to the ongoing prosthetic/orthotic treatment.
- Identify and relate to the various health-care resources that are available to the prosthetist/orthotist and his or her patients.
- Appreciate the roles that the prosthetic/orthotic professional bodies play in the maintenance of standards and the development of the profession and to be willing to contribute toward its advancement.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1017 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| ORTH 1001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory I |
| ORTH 1005 | Laboratory Procedures I |
| ORTH 1002 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques I |
| KINE 1002 | Kinesiology and Biomechanics I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1018 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| ORTH 1003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory II |
| ORTH 1004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques II |
| ORTH 1006 | Laboratory Procedures II |
| PHSL 1003 | Physiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| KINE 2001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Case Studies |
| ORTH 2003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory III |
| ORTH 2004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques III |
| ORTH 2007 | Laboratory Procedures III |
| ORTH 2005 | Powered Prosthetics |
| PATH 2003 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH 2018 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory IV |
| ORTH 2008 | Laboratory Procedures IV |
| ORTH 2006 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques IV |
| ORTH 2001 | Practice Management and Professional Issues in Orthotics/Prosthetics |
| PATH 2004 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
This program follows a co-operative curriculum model with McMaster University’s Masters of Science program in Rehabilitation Science.
Students who elect to pursue both credentials are responsible for all fees at both institutions. For more information, see the Prosthetics and Orthotics programs website.
3,450-Hour Residency:
- Upon successful completion of the program, graduates enter a 3,450-hour residency program (under the auspices of Orthotics Prosthetics Canada in either orthotics or prosthetics.
- The residency is conducted under the supervision of a certified practitioner.
- Upon completion of the residency, graduates are eligible to sit for CBCPO certification exams operated by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada in the discipline in which they have completed (either orthotics or prosthetics).
- For more details about the requirements of becoming a certified clinician, please visit Orthotics Prosthetics Canada.
Graduates of a health sciences program who have an interest in working in long-term care facilities should consider applying to our Interprofessional Complex and Long-Term Care postgraduate certificate. This two-semester program will teach you to coordinate and manage an interprofessional healthcare team of complex and long-term care professionals. The courses are delivered online and on-demand to accommodate working professionals. This program includes a clinical field placement component.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
This program does not accept international students.
Please note that Manitoba-based students will have certain specific ancillary fee charges removed prior to program registration.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
This program is available to domestic applicants only.
- Four-year Bachelor of Science degree. A four-year degree in engineering or kinesiology will be considered.
- Courses in anatomy, biomechanics and gait, human physiology and pathology, and rehabilitation sciences are preferred
- Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work (in progress or complete) must be submitted
- Departmental review which will include:
- online entrance exam
- submission of two reference letters
- program-specific admissions assessment via video interview, designed to allow applicants to demonstrate their aptitude for developing the necessary applied and interpersonal skills essential to holistic clinical care*.
- For more information please visit the Clinical Methods in Orthotics & Prosthetic page.
Please note:
- Only eligible applicants who meet the academic requirements will be invited to complete a written entrance exam. The top ranked applicants are then invited to submit two reference letters and attend the next stage of the admissions process.
*Video interview results are only applicable for one academic cycle. Applicants who reapply must take the interview again, regardless of their previous result.
This program is highly competitive and space is limited. There are 10 seats available.
As of September 2020, a total of ten applicants, in order of admissions ranking, will be invited to accept clinical positions at either our Toronto OR Winnipeg-based program.
The students in the Winnipeg-based program will be required to reside in Manitoba; and take classes via online delivery with our Toronto-based students in synchronous time. Note that any travel, relocation or living costs associated with the acceptance of a clinical spot in Winnipeg will be the full responsibility of the student. The Winnipeg students are required to arrange their own transportation to the various hospitals and clinics associated with the program.
Please also note: The students in the Toronto-based program will be required to travel to various hospitals and clinics associated with the program throughout the week. Students are required to arrange their own transportation.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Find out more about English proficiency requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-480-5783. Please leave a message at this number.
Email: applicant_info@gbcpando.com
Visit the program website at georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics Program (Postgraduate) (S407)
- Program Name: Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics
- Code: S407
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Health & Wellness
- Location: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,048.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical experiences in various healthcare institutions
- Spring 2022 Delivery: Not Running
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates in Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics for nearly 40 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a joint program with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other facilities that teaches you how to assess and fit patients with artificial limbs, braces and splints. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a two-year postgraduate program that trains students to make and fit prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces and splints).
This full-time program is unique in Ontario and is taught at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre by faculty currently working in the field.
Classes start in September only. Winter and summer start options are not available.
Applications must be submitted to Ontario Colleges by February 1 of each year.
As this is a post-degree program, all applicants must have a 4-year B.Sc. degree from an accredited institution. A 4-year degree in Engineering or Kinesiology will be considered.
The George Brown College Prosthetics & Orthotics Clinical Methods Program (S407) accepts 10 students into the program. Eight students will be accepted to attend the Toronto-based program, and two students will be accepted to the Winnipeg-based program.
The two additional Winnipeg-based seats have been created in response to our profession (Orthotics Prosthetics Canada), our Program Advisory Committee, and our stakeholders – all of whom identify a need to address the shortage of Certified Prosthetic and Orthotic clinicians, especially in Manitoba.
The Toronto-based program allows students to obtain theory, laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists at:
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (Hamilton)
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- The Hospital for Sick Children
- Prosthetic Energy
- OrthoProActive Consultants Inc.
- Boundless Biomechanical Bracing
The Winnipeg-based program will be delivering the laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists.
- Winnipeg Health Sciences Center
- Rehabilitation Centre for Children
- Winnipeg Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Anderson Orthopedics
- Snider Orthotic Design
Broadcast from the Toronto-based campuses, the theory, support courses and clinical demonstrations will be taught synchronously online to allow the two Winnipeg-based students to learn from the same instructors, follow the same curriculum and be able to interact with the eight Toronto-based students.
This program will appeal to students who have a background in health sciences and are interested in working with people and helping patients in their attempts to overcome disabilities.
Graduates will be eligible for certification by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (formerly the “Canadian Board of Certification”).
Statistical Information
Students per Class: 10
Classes running per year: 2
Attrition (past five years): 0
Employment Record: 95% or better
Program Selection Process
The Clinical Methods in Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is a post-graduate program that is open to applicants with a specific degree, as outlined in the admission requirements.
The selection of students involves a two-step procedure:
i) Eligible applicants will be invited to take an online admissions test involving subjects covering Biology (anatomy, physiology, pathology), Biophysics and Biomechanics, Spatial Relations, and Prosthetics and Orthotics knowledge.
Testing will be available on Saturday, February 27th or Sunday, February 28th, 10a.m.-1p.m. (Eastern Standard Time), 2021. Scheduling and arrangements for this testing will be done via the email applicants submitted when registering with Ontario Colleges.
ii) The top 18 ranked students from the Admissions testing will be invited to an online video interview after Friday, March 5th, 2021. Every applicant that qualifies, will send two letters of reference to the Sunnybrook Campus address below no later than Wednesday, March 10th, 2021. Online interviews will run from Saturday, March 13th to Friday, March 19th.
PLEASE NOTE: Some of our clinical or work placement partners may require students to show proof of full vaccination. As such, students who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 may not be able to complete the required field placement component of their program in the regularly scheduled time frame. Please visit this page for the latest updates on COVID-19.
Your Field Education Options
The on-site and off-site clinical experience in this program helps prepare students for the real work ahead. The design and fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic devices takes place in the laboratory procedure’s courses. During the "Clinical Techniques” classes in each semester, students will have the chance to work directly with clients who require prosthetic/orthotic treatment including the client assessment, measurement, shape capture by hand and scanning and rectification of plaster and digital positive models. Provision and evaluation of treatment will be unique to suit each client’s individual needs.
On-site Grand Rounds sessions are held monthly and require students to give a monthly presentation on a related topic to a group of faculty, students and sector partners. For details about Grand Rounds, please click here.
Since 1979, the Prosthetic & Orthotic programs have required students to present various topics in a more formalized setting to try to enhance their presentation skills and to encourage them to continue this activity into their professional lives. These sessions normally take place on the evening of the first Tuesday of every month. Both venues are located in the Sunnybrook Health Science Centre. We welcome anyone interested to please attend the sessions.
The strength of the program is the structured clinical education provided by various clinical settings. In conjunction with the curriculum changes made over the years, there are many clinical facilities and practitioners participating to deliver the various segments of the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible to travel to the various hospitals and clinics in the program by either personal or public transportation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gather and assimilate information about a patient through medical records, prosthetic/orthotic history, patient's comments and clinical examination, and be sensitive to the implications of the relevant information.
- Recognize patient conditions requiring medical/health care beyond the scope of orthotic and prosthetic practice.
- Based on the appropriate prescription, design and articulate a prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan based upon the prescription received and assessment made of the patient and, when necessary, in communication with various members of the health care team.
- Analyze information concerning the proposed prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan and forecast the success of the appliance in terms of clinical principles and the patient's disability/pathology and expectations.
- Obtain all appropriate measurements, casts, layouts, etc., necessary to proceed with the prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan.
- Perform and prepare all the appropriate positive cast modifications, layout adjustments and other procedures necessary to proceed with the fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance.
- Formulate and fabricate prosthetic/orthotic appliances utilizing knowledge of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic materials and employing prescribed and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Perform patient fittings of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic devices, including static and dynamic alignments, evaluating the appliance on the patient, instructing the patient in its use.
- Perform reassessments, adjustments or replacements of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance, in consultation with the referring physician, as the patient's age, physical condition, or lifestyle change.
- Keep abreast of new developments concerning prosthetic and orthotic care.
- Maintain organized patient records, encompassing all pertinent information relating to the ongoing prosthetic/orthotic treatment.
- Identify and relate to the various health care resources that are available to the prosthetist/orthotist and his or her patients.
- Appreciate the roles that the prosthetic/orthotic professional bodies play in the maintenance of standards and the development of the profession and to be willing to contribute toward its advancement.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1017 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| ORTH 1001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory I |
| ORTH 1005 | Laboratory Procedures I |
| ORTH 1002 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques I |
| KINE 1002 | Kinesiology and Biomechanics I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1018 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| ORTH 1003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory II |
| ORTH 1004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques II |
| ORTH 1006 | Laboratory Procedures II |
| PHSL 1003 | Physiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| KINE 2001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Case Studies |
| ORTH 2003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory III |
| ORTH 2004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques III |
| ORTH 2007 | Laboratory Procedures III |
| ORTH 2005 | Powered Prosthetics |
| PATH 2003 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH 2018 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory IV |
| ORTH 2008 | Laboratory Procedures IV |
| ORTH 2006 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques IV |
| ORTH 2001 | Practice Management and Professional Issues in Orthotics/Prosthetics |
| PATH 2004 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Your Career
Employment is available in orthotic and prosthetic management at hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private facilities throughout Canada.
Program Alumni
- Graduates can expect to work as an entry-level Orthotist or Prosthetist
- 95% of graduates work in the sector
- Many Alumni have become clinic managers and owners
- Job opportunities expand beyond the clinical setting including working in education
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2020. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2021 and at later dates.
This program does not accept International students.
Please note that Manitoba-based students will have certain specific ancillary fee charges removed prior to program registration.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
This program is available to domestic applicants only.
- Four-year Bachelor of Science degree. A four-year degree in Engineering or Kinesiology will be considered.
- Courses in anatomy, biomechanics and gait, human physiology and pathology, and rehabilitation sciences are preferred
- Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work (in progress or complete) must be submitted
- Departmental review which will include:
- Online Entrance Exam
- Submission of two reference letters
- Program-specific admissions assessment via video interview, designed to allow applicants to demonstrate their aptitude for developing the necessary applied and interpersonal skills essential to holistic clinical care*.
- For more information please visit the Clinical Methods in Orthotics & Prosthetic page
Please note:
- Only eligible applicants who meet the academic requirements will be invited to complete a written entrance exam. The top ranked applicants are then invited to submit two reference letters and attend the next stage of the admissions process.
*Video interview results are only applicable for one academic cycle. Applicants who reapply must take the interview again, regardless of their previous result.
This program is highly competitive and space is limited. There are 10 seats available.
As of September 2020, a total of ten applicants, in order of admissions ranking, will be invited to accept clinical positions at either our Toronto OR Winnipeg-based program.
The students in the Winnipeg-based program will be required to reside in Manitoba; and take classes via online delivery with our Toronto-based students in synchronous time. Note that any travel, relocation, or living costs associated with the acceptance of a clinical spot in Winnipeg will be the full responsibility of the student. The Winnipeg students are required to arrange their own transportation to the various hospitals and clinics associated with the program.
Please also note: the students in the Toronto-based program will be required to travel to various hospitals and clinics associated with the program throughout the week. Students are required to arrange their own transportation.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Find out more about English proficiency requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-480-5783. Please leave a message at this number.
Email: applicant_info@gbcpando.com
Visit the program website at georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics Program (Postgraduate) (S407)
- Program Name: Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics
- Code: S407
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Health & Wellness
- Location: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,004.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical experiences in various healthcare institutions
- Fall 2020 Delivery Method: Online (on-campus activities will resume as soon as it is safe to do so)
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates in Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics for nearly 40 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a joint program with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other facilities that teaches you how to assess and fit patients with artificial limbs, braces and splints. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the planned delivery of this course starting in September 2020 will be online with limited access to onsite lab experiences.
PLEASE NOTE: In response to this evolving situation, the delivery, learning activities and evaluation methods may be further modified mid-semester.
Learners will require access to high-speed internet, a computer with a built-in or external web camera, a microphone and Google Chrome or Firefox as a web browser for online learning.
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a two-year postgraduate program that trains students to make and fit prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces and splints).
This full-time program is unique in Ontario and is taught at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre by faculty currently working in the field.
Classes start in September only. Winter and summer start options are not available.
Applications must be submitted to Ontario Colleges by February 1 of each year.
As of September 2020, the George Brown College Prosthetics & Orthotics Clinical Methods Program (S407) will be accepting 10 instead of the previous eight students into the program. Eight students will be accepted to attend the Toronto-based program, and two students will be accepted to the Winnipeg-based program.
The two additional Winnipeg-based seats have been created in response to our profession (Orthotics Prosthetics Canada), our Program Advisory Committee, and our stakeholders - all of whom identify a need to address the shortage of Certified Prosthetic and Orthotic clinicians, especially in Manitoba.
The Toronto-based program allows students to obtain theory, laboratory, and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists at:
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (Hamilton)
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- The Hospital for Sick Children
- Prosthetic Energy
- OrthoProActive Consultants
- Boundless Biomechanical Bracing
The Winnipeg-based program will be delivering the laboratory and clinical experiences under the direction of faculty that are Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists.
- Winnipeg Health Science Center
- Rehabilitation Centre for Children
- Winnipeg Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Anderson Orthopedics
- Snider Orthotic Design
Broadcast from the Toronto-based campuses, the theory, support courses, and clinical demonstrations will be taught synchronously online to allow the two Winnipeg-based students to learn from the same instructors, follow the same curriculum, and be able to interact with the eight Toronto-based students.
This program will appeal to students who have a background in health sciences and are interested in working with people and helping patients in their attempts to overcome disabilities.
Graduates will be eligible for certification by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (formerly the “Canadian Board of Certification”).
Your Field Education Options
The onsite and offsite clinical experience in this program helps prepare students for the real work ahead. The design and fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic devices take place in the laboratory procedure’s courses. During the "Clinical Techniques” classes in each semester, students will have the chance to work directly with clients that require prosthetic/orthotic treatment including the client assessment, measurement, shape capture by hand and scanning and rectification of plaster and digital positive models. Provision and evaluation of treatment will be unique to suit each client’s individual needs.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible to travel to the various hospitals and clinics in the program by either personal or public transportation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gather and assimilate information about a patient through medical records, prosthetic/orthotic history, patient's comments and clinical examination, and be sensitive to the implications of the relevant information.
- Recognize patient conditions requiring medical/health care beyond the scope of orthotic and prosthetic practice.
- Based on the appropriate prescription, design and articulate a prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan based upon the prescription received and assessment made of the patient and, when necessary, in communication with various members of the health care team.
- Analyze information concerning the proposed prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan and forecast the success of the appliance in terms of clinical principles and the patient's disability/pathology and expectations.
- Obtain all appropriate measurements, casts, layouts, etc., necessary to proceed with the prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan.
- Perform and prepare all the appropriate positive cast modifications, layout adjustments, and other procedures necessary to proceed with the fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance.
- Formulate and fabricate prosthetic/orthotic appliances utilizing knowledge of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic materials and employing prescribed and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Perform patient fittings of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic devices, including static and dynamic alignments, evaluating the appliance on the patient, instructing the patient in its use.
- Perform reassessments, adjustments or replacements of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance, in consultation with the referring physician, as the patient's age, physical condition, or life-style change.
- Keep abreast of new developments concerning prosthetic and orthotic care.
- Maintain organized patient records, encompassing all pertinent information relating to the ongoing prosthetic/orthotic treatment.
- Identify and relate to the various health care resources that are available to the prosthetist/orthotist and his or her patients.
- Appreciate the roles that the prosthetic/orthotic professional bodies play in the maintenance of standards and the development of the profession and to be willing to contribute towards its advancement.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT1017 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| ORTH1001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory I |
| ORTH1005 | Laboratory Procedures I |
| ORTH1002 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques I |
| KINE1002 | Kinesiology and Biomechanics I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT1018 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| ORTH1003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory II |
| ORTH1004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques II |
| ORTH1006 | Laboratory Procedures II |
| PHSL1003 | Physiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| KINE2001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Case Studies |
| ORTH2003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory III |
| ORTH2004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques III |
| ORTH2007 | Laboratory Procedures III |
| ORTH2005 | Powered Prosthetics |
| PATH2003 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH2018 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory IV |
| ORTH2008 | Laboratory Procedures IV |
| ORTH2006 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques IV |
| ORTH2001 | Practice Management and Professional Issues in Orthotics/Prosthetics |
| PATH2004 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Your Career
Employment is available in orthotic and prosthetic management at hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private facilities throughout Canada.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2019. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2020 and at later dates.
This program does not accept International students.
Please note that Manitoba-based students will have certain specific ancillary fee charges removed prior to program registration.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
This program is available to domestic applicants only.
- 4-year Bachelor of Science degree. A 4-year degree in Engineering or Kinesiology will be considered.
- Courses in anatomy, biomechanics and gait, human physiology and pathology, and rehabilitation sciences are preferred
- Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work (in progress or complete) must be submitted
- Departmental review which will include:
- Written entrance exam
- Submission of two reference letters
- Program-specific admissions assessment via video interview, designed to allow applicants to demonstrate their aptitude for developing the necessary applied and interpersonal skills essential to holistic clinical care*.
- For more information please visit the Clinical Methods in Orthotics & Prosthetic page
Please note:
- Only eligible applicants who meet the academic requirements will be invited to complete a written entrance exam. The top ranked applicants are then invited to submit two reference letters and attend the next stage of the admissions process.
*Video interview results are only applicable for one academic cycle. Applicants who reapply must take the interview again, regardless of their previous result.
This program is highly competitive and space is limited. There are now 10 seats available.
NEW: Opportunity to study in Manitoba
Previously, the top ranked applicants were offered one of eight positions available to attend the Toronto-based program. As of September 2020, a total of ten applicants, in order of admissions ranking, will be invited to accept clinical positions at either our Toronto OR Winnipeg-based program.
The students in the Winnipeg-based program will be required to reside in Manitoba; and take classes via online delivery with our Toronto-based students in synchronous time. Note that any travel, re-location, or living costs associated with the acceptance of a clinical spot in Winnipeg will be the full responsibility of the student. The Winnipeg students are required to arrange their own transportation to the various hospitals and clinics associated with the program.
Please also note: the students in the Toronto-based program will be required to travel to various hospitals and clinics associated with the program throughout the week. Students are required to arrange their own transportation.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit georgebrown.ca/englishproficiency for more details.
For more information on the program, please visit georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges
Contact Us
Phone: 416-480-5783. Please leave a message at this number.
Email: applicant_info@gbcpando.com
Visit the program website at georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics Program (Postgraduate) (S407)
- Program Name: Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics
- Code: S407
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Health & Wellness
- Location: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,333.00 *
- Experiential Learning: Clinical experiences in various GTA healthcare institutions
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates in Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics for nearly 40 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
Full Description
Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics is a two-year postgraduate program that trains students to make and fit prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces and splints).
This is a unique full-time program taught at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre by faculty currently working in the field.
Classes start in September only. Winter and summer start options are not available.
Applications must be submitted to OCAS by February 1 of each year.
Co-ordinated between George Brown College and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, the program allows students to obtain clinical experiences under the direction of certified prosthetists/orthotists at:
- Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- The Hospital for Sick Children
This program will appeal to students who have a background in health sciences and are interested in working with people and helping patients in their attempts to overcome disabilities.
Graduates will be eligible for certification by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (formerly the “Canadian Board of Certification”).
Your Field Education Options
The onsite and offsite clinical experience in this program helps prepare students for the real work ahead. The design and fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic devices take place in the laboratory procedure’s courses. During the "Clinical Techniques” classes in each semester, students will have the chance to work directly with clients that require prosthetic/orthotic treatment including the client assessment, measurement, shape capture & rectification. Provision and evaluation of treatment will be unique to suit each client’s individual needs.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible to travel to the various hospitals and clinics in the program by either personal or public transportation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gather and assimilate information about a patient through medical records, prosthetic/orthotic history, patient's comments and clinical examination, and be sensitive to the implications of the relevant information.
- Recognize patient conditions requiring medical/health care beyond the scope of orthotic and prosthetic practice.
- Based on the appropriate prescription, design and articulate a prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan based upon the prescription received and assessment made of the patient and, when necessary, in communication with various members of the health care team.
- Analyze information concerning the proposed prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan and forecast the success of the appliance in terms of clinical principles and the patient's disability/pathology and expectations.
- Obtain all appropriate measurements, casts, layouts, etc., necessary to proceed with the prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan.
- Perform and prepare all the appropriate positive cast modifications, layout adjustments, and other procedures necessary to proceed with the fabrication of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance.
- Formulate and fabricate prosthetic/orthotic appliances utilizing knowledge of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic materials and employing prescribed and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Perform patient fittings of the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic devices, including static and dynamic alignments, evaluating the appliance on the patient, instructing the patient in its use.
- Perform reassessments, adjustments or replacements of the prosthetic/orthotic appliance, in consultation with the referring physician, as the patient's age, physical condition, or life-style change.
- Keep abreast of new developments concerning prosthetic and orthotic care.
- Maintain organized patient records, encompassing all pertinent information relating to the ongoing prosthetic/orthotic treatment.
- Identify and relate to the various health care resources that are available to the prosthetist/orthotist and his or her patients.
- Appreciate the roles that the prosthetic/orthotic professional bodies play in the maintenance of standards and the development of the profession and to be willing to contribute towards its advancement.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH1001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory I |
| ORTH1005 | Laboratory Procedures I |
| ORTH1002 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques I |
| ANAT1017 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| KINE1002 | Kinesiology and Biomechanics I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH1003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory II |
| ORTH1004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques II |
| ORTH1006 | Laboratory Procedures II |
| ANAT1018 | Anatomy for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
| PHSL1003 | Physiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH2003 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory III |
| ORTH2004 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques III |
| ORTH2007 | Laboratory Procedures III |
| ORTH2005 | Powered Prosthetics |
| PATH2003 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics I |
| KINE2001 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Case Studies |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ORTH2018 | Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Theory IV |
| ORTH2008 | Laboratory Procedures IV |
| ORTH2006 | Applied Orthotic/Prosthetic Techniques IV |
| ORTH2001 | Practice Management and Professional Issues in Orthotics/Prosthetics |
| PATH2004 | Pathophysiology for Orthotics/Prosthetics II |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Your Career
Employment is available in orthotic and prosthetic management at hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private facilities throughout Canada.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2018. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2019 and at later dates.
This program does not accept International students.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
This program is available to domestic applicants only.
- 4-year Bachelor of Science degree AND demonstrated, relevant work experience. A 4-year degree in Engineering or Kinesiology will be considered.
- Courses in anatomy, biomechanics and gait, human physiology and pathology, and rehabilitation sciences are preferred
- Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work (in progress or complete) must be submitted
- Departmental review which will include:
- Written entrance exam
- Submission of two reference letters
- Program-specific admissions assessment via video interview, designed to allow applicants to demonstrate their aptitude for developing the necessary applied and interpersonal skills essential to holistic clinical care*.
- For more information please visit the Clinical Methods in Orthotics & Prosthetic page
Please note:
- In-field health sector experience (volunteer or paid), while not mandatory for acceptance to this program, may be a significant enhancement to an S407 application.
- Only eligible applicants who meet the academic requirements will complete a written entrance exam. The top ranked applicants are then invited to submit two reference letters and attend the next stage of the admissions process.
*Video interview results are only applicable for one academic cycle. Applicants who reapply must take the interview again, regardless of their previous result.
This program is highly competitive and space is limited.
The eight top ranked applicants may be offered one of the Toronto-based program placements available. Beginning in September 2020, two additional applicants, in order of admissions ranking, may be considered for clinical spots at our Manitoba partners (the Manitoba Orthotics and Prosthetics Association/Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre); be required to reside in Manitoba; and take classes via online delivery with our Toronto-based students in synchronous time. Note that any travel, re-location, or living costs associated with acceptance of a clinical spot in Manitoba will be fully the responsibility of the accepted student.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit georgebrown.ca/englishproficiency for more details.
For more information on the program, please visit georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges
Contact Us
Phone: 416-480-5783. Please leave a message at this number.
Email: applicant_info@gbcpando.com
Visit the program website at georgebrown.ca/prostheticsorthotics
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
