Orthotist or Prosthetist
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 1
- Major group
- Professionals
- Assessing authority
- AOPA
Classification
- Major group
- 2Professionals
- Sub-major group
- 25Health Professionals
Description
Designs, builds, fits and repairs splints, braces, callipers, artificial limbs and related appliances to restore function or compensate for muscular and skeletal disabilities. Registration or licensing may be required.
Unit group
2519 · Other Health Diagnostic and Promotion ProfessionalsDescription
This unit group covers Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Health Promotion Officers and Orthotists or Prosthetists.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 1
Australia
In Australia and New Zealand: Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.
New Zealand
In Australia and New Zealand: Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
Core Skills Occupation List
| Occupation | MLTSSL | CSOL | ROL |
|---|---|---|---|
| orthotist or prosthetist · 251912 | Listed | Listed | Not listed in supplied data |