Orthopaedic Technology
Orthopaedic Technology — Diploma
Orthopaedic Technology — Diploma
The same course hours may be counted only once to fulfill degree requirements. Course and credit requirements are shown below.
General Education Courses
Complete 2 of the following groups:
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OTC-110 | Intro to Orthopaedic Technolog | 3 |
| OTC-112 | General Patient Care | 3 |
| OTC-115 | Ortho Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| OTC-120 | Basic Radiologic Concepts | 3 |
| OTC-150 | Clinical Practice I | 5 |
| OTC-210 | Ortho Equipment | 3 |
| OTC-212 | Physical Assessment | 3 |
| OTC-215 | Casting and Splinting I | 3 |
| OTC-220 | Custom Bracing | 3 |
| OTC-225 | Casting and Splinting II | 3 |
| OTC-280 | Professional Practice | 3 |
Total Credits Required: 42
Fall Semester 1
13 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-115 | Success and Study Skills | 1 |
| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| OTC-110 | Intro to Orthopaedic Technology | 3 |
| OTC-112 | General Patient Care | 3 |
| OTC-115 | Ortho Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
Spring Semester 1
12 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OTC-210 | Ortho Equipment | 3 |
| OTC-212 | Physical Assessment | 3 |
| OTC-215 | Casting & Splinting | 3 |
| PSY-118 | Interpersonal Psychology | 3 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates of Orthopaedic Technology can pursue these careers:
Median Pay in Greenville, NC Metro Area
$45,740/yr
$21.99/hr
$38,590
$60,850
+17%
Projected Outlook
600
Annual Job Openings
6,640
Currently Employed
Median Pay in North Carolina
$85,120/yr
$40.93/hr
$79,460
$95,920
+18%
Projected Outlook
80
Annual Job Openings
1,180
Currently Employed
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET. Local wage and outlook data provided by CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.