[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/ml7os1k8pdoh.i.optimole.com\/cb:FMBB.50741\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/ncope.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Clinical-Exam-Crop.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#05437a” title_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About Us” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”54px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Finding a Residency” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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This should be assessed on an individual basis.\u00a0 Remember the goal of an NCOPE Residency Program is to create a real-world learning environment where competency<\/a> can be achieved.\u00a0 A residency program is not automatically marked complete when the minimum amount of time has passed.\u00a0 The resident must demonstrate competence for all required interventions and meet all requirements<\/a>.\u00a0 The resident should also consider the following factors:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How should I apply for a residency position?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Any residency program that gained their initial accreditation or renewed their accreditation on or after 7\/1\/2017 is required to accept applications using OPRESCAS<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0The only exception is Hanger Clinic<\/strong>, who has a well-documented process listed on their National Residency Program page<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is there anywhere I can go to learn more about OPRESCAS?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0 The OPRESCAS Applicant Information Portal<\/a> has additional resources including details about individual residency programs posted.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I cannot see a residency program on OPRESCAS, does that mean they are not taking residents right now? ” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n All programs that have applications open on OPRESCAS now or have programs configured to accept applications in the future will be visible using the OPRESCAS Applicant Portal. If a site is not visible but is interested in seeking applications, the residency program director or the primary OPRESCAS WebAdMIT administrator is welcome to contact the NCOPE OPRESCAS Team<\/a> for assistance\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is there a list of NCOPE accredited residency programs?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0 Please visit the NCOPE Residency Program Directory page<\/a>.\u00a0 It is updated each morning at 5:00 AM EST.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are all programs listed on the NCOPE Residency Program Directory taking residents this year?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n No.\u00a0 Residency programs are accredited for a period of 3 years and not required to host a resident each year.\u00a0 To view which residency programs are actively seeking residents, please access OPRESCAS<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I have identified a patient care facility where I would like to potentially complete a residency, but they are not in the NCOPE directory. How do they become accredited?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n We have created a brief informational brochure<\/a> on hosting a residency program and listed the eligibility requirements<\/a> on our website.\u00a0 If the clinicians or administrators at the patient care facility would like to get in touch with the NCOPE staff directly, they may do so via phone or email<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is there somewhere I can look to find O&P patient care facilities that could potentially host a residency program that are not yet accredited?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n NCOPE requires that the patient care facility be accredited by either the American Board for Certification<\/a> or Board of Certification<\/a>.\u00a0 Both organizations have directories that can be queried.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Does NCOPE ever host events to help find a residency position?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0 NCOPE is pleased to host a Virtual Career Expo each Fall.\u00a0 This online event allows future residents to network with multiple potential residency sites.\u00a0 NCOPE also hosts a resident round table and networking event at the Academy Meeting<\/a> each winter.\u00a0 To view a list of all events NCOPE is participating in, continue to check the NCOPE Career Events page<\/a> and follow us on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is there a way for me to see the ratings previous residents have given the residency site regarding the effectiveness of the program and mentoring?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Residency programs are given the data from the resident’s evaluation of the residency program forms and they reserve the right to decide whether or not to make that information available.\u00a0 The programs are required to apply for renewal of accreditation every 3 years and resident feedback on the program’s effectiveness is considered when determining whether or not the site should be allowed to continue hosting resident practitioners.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do state licensing laws affect the way a residency program is administered if the program is in a state with an O&P licensing act?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n It depends on the state, but yes the state licensing laws can potentially affect the way a residency program operates including the resident’s supervision and autonomy.\u00a0 Please visit\u00a0<\/span><\/span>ABC’s interactive state licensure map<\/span><\/span><\/a> to identify each state\u2019s licensing info and resources.\u00a0 Currently, Florida is the only state that requires a resident to register prior to beginning an orthotic and\/or prosthetic residency.\u00a0<\/span><\/span> Prospective residents are encouraged to become familiar with state license requirements and their potential impact on their residency education.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”OPRESCAS Information” url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjE4ODUwIn19@” image=”https:\/\/ncope.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oprescas-PNG-300×72.png” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”url,link_option_url” text_orientation=”center” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjE4ODUwIn19@” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Resident Registration Form” url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI4MTMwIn19@” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”l||divi||400″ icon_color=”#05437a” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”url,link_option_url” text_orientation=”center” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI4MTMwIn19@” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”NCOPE Residency Essentials – Resident Responsibilities” url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI5MjU1In19@” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”Z||divi||400″ icon_color=”#05437a” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”url,link_option_url” text_orientation=”center” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI5MjU1In19@” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Starting a Residency” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion admin_label=”Starting a Residency Accordian” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”When should I submit the Resident Registration Form?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For a 1st or 2nd residency (single or dual-discipline), a minimum of 2 weeks prior\u00a0<\/strong>to the start date.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”The registration form is asking about the %22Residency Site-ID%22 and I need assistance finding that info?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n All residency sites have a residency site-ID and all active primary residency sites are listed on the\u00a0Residency Program Directory<\/a>.\u00a0 If you will be working as a resident out of a satellite office for a company (within a 75 miles radius of a primary site), please note you need to identify the primary residency site listed in the directory.\u00a0 For guidance on which location is the primary site, please contact the residency director.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How soon after I finish O&P school can I start my residency program?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The residency program start date can be as early as the day aftery a CAAHEP accredited education program<\/a> diploma is dated.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What transcripts \/ proof of education do I need to submit with my registration?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Official transcripts from the institution where the O&P master’s degree program was completed (including any consortium institutions, for example Century College\/Concordia University) are required<\/strong>.\u00a0 Undergraduate transcripts are not needed.\u00a0 Information on how to submit electronic or hard copies of official transcripts is listed in the Residency Program Registration Form<\/a>.\u00a0 Electronic transcripts must be directed to info@ncope.org<\/a> and sealed official transcripts can be mailed to the contact address listed HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What forms of payment does NCOPE accept for registration fees?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Credit card and payment by check\/money order are both accepted.\u00a0 To make an immediate payment by Credit Card, please visit: Residency Services Payment Portal<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Who is responsible for paying the residency registration fees?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This fee is often paid for by the employer, but not always. Discuss this with your future residency program director.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is payment due at the time the registration form is submitted?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Payment by credit card is due at the time of registration.\u00a0 Payment by check\/money order must be submitted prior to or at the time registration occurs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”If I am starting a residency in a licensure state, what must I do? ” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Residents are encouraged to review the state\u2019s licensure requirements and identify what the state may require of you, in order to start your residency program.\u00a0 Access <\/span><\/span>ABC’s interactive state licensure map<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0to review details about each state\u2019s requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Note, for residents registering in the state of Florida or Pennsylvania<\/strong>, NCOPE will inform the Florida Board of Orthotists & Prosthetists<\/a> or the Pennsylvania Department of State<\/a><\/span><\/span>\u00a0but it is the responsibility of the resident to perform any additional steps to ensure they hold appropriate licensing and recognition by the state in order to start the residency.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Please note that the licensing agency reserves the right to shift the start date later than the intended start date provided to NCOPE.\u00a0 Notify the NCOPE Residency Staff<\/a> immediately if the start date issued by the state license agency differs from the start date NCOPE identifies on your registration confirmation letter.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I was asked to sign a non-compete agreement, is that allowed?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n NCOPE cannot regulate labor laws and their relevance\/application depends on the specific location where they are held.\u00a0 NCOPE fundamentally does not support non-compete agreements, but cannot forbid their use at that falls outside of our scope as an educational accreditor.\u00a0 The NCOPE Residency Standards<\/a> do require that if non-compete agreements is required for employment, it be provided at the initiation of the residency.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”May I fax in a copy of the registration form?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n\n
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