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Pedorthist
License Description Pedorthists are health care professionals who provide or manage therapeutic footwear, foot orthoses for use at the ankle or below, or footwear modified for therapeutic purposes; based on clinical assessment, technical judgement, and with an order from a health care practitioner authorized by law to write an order for a pedorthic device. Requirements: 1) Must possess a high school diploma or GED. 2) Must successfully complete an approved pedorthic education program. 3) Must successfully complete the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prothetics and Pedorthics (ABCOPP) Certification examination or equivalent as required by the Advisory Board. 4) Must complete 22 hours of continuing education biennially. Examination required. License fee (initial and renewal): $300.00 (every 2 years)
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Health
Health Facility Services
Orthotics, Prosthetic and Pedorthic Advisory Board
5800 West 10th Street, Suite 400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 661 2201
Frances.Jackson@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Any conviction is prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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