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MS Prosthetics and Orthotics

University of Hartford, United States
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Course Overview

The University of Hartford’s College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions collaborates with Hanger Clinic to offer a Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics (MSPO). The professions of prosthetics and orthotics are specialized allied health professions that combine a unique blend of clinical and technical skills. Professionals in this field design, fabricate, and fit orthoses and prostheses for a broad range of clients from pediatric to geriatric.

Practitioners interact directly with clients and their families, advising and supporting the rehabilitation process. They work closely with other members of the rehabilitation team, including orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nurses.

General Eligibility

The MSPO curriculum provides students with strong foundational coursework in biomechanics, neuroscience, and kinesiology. A sequence of scientific inquiry courses provides students with the opportunity to engage in evidence-based practice as key members of the health care community. The curriculum is presented in the context of a collaborative university environment that includes the health professions, especially physical therapy, engineering, and technology. Elective courses in pediatrics and education are available as a support for future professional concentrations.

Upon completion of the degree requirements, all graduates are mandated to participate in a postgraduate, two-year residency as a prerequisite for the board certification exams. These residency programs are located in hospitals, research centers, private patient care facilities, clinics, and rehabilitation facilities.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

M.S.P.O. I—Summer Semester [9 credits]

MSPO 500 - Gross Anatomy 2 credit(s)

MSPO 501 - Gross Anatomy Laboratory 2 credit(s)

MSPO 502 - Kinesiology 2 credit(s)

MSPO 503 - Kinesiology Laboratory 1 credit(s)

MSPO 504 - Clinical Foundations 2 credit(s)

M.S.P.O. I—Fall Semester [14 credits]

MSPO 510 - Lower-Limb Orthotics 4 credit(s)

MSPO 511 - Transtibial Prosthetics 4 credit(s)

MSPO 513 - Biomechanics 2 credit(s)

MSPO 514 - Biomechanics Laboratory 1 credit(s)

MSPO 523 - Orthopedic Pathology 3 credit(s)

MSPO 550 - Integrated Internship I 0 credit(s)

M.S.P.O. I-Spring Semester [16 credits]

MSPO 512 - Material Methods in Prosthetics and Orthotics 3 credit(s)

MSPO 520 - Scientific Inquiry I 3 credit(s)

MSPO 521 - Spinal Orthotics 4 credit(s)

MSPO 522 - Transfemoral Prosthetics 4 credit(s)

MSPO 524 - Professional Issues 2 credit(s)

MSPO 551 - Integrated Internship II 0 credit(s)

M.S.P.O. I—Summer Semester

MSPO 552 - Internship 0 credit(s)

M.S.P.O. II—Fall Semester [13 credits]

MSPO 600 - Scientific Inquiry II 3 or 6 credit(s)

MSPO 601 - Lower-Limb Orthotics II 4 credit(s)

MSPO 603 - Upper-Limb Orthotics 3 credit(s)

MSPO 605 - Neuroscience Laboratory 1 credit(s)

MSPO 624 - Motor Control and Motor Learning 2 credit(s)

M.S.P.O. II-Spring Semester (10-11 credits)

MSPO 610 - Prosthetics and Orthotics Healthcare Management 2 credit(s)

MSPO 611 - Upper-Limb Prosthetics 4 credit(s)

MSPO 651 - Integrated Internship III 0 credit(s)

MSPO 620 - Scientific Inquiry III 2 or 4 credit(s)

Select one of the following elective courses, depending on emphasis*

MSPO 621 - Advanced Pediatric Examination and Intervention 2 credit(s)

MSPO 623 - Prosthetics and Orthotics Teaching Assistant 3 credit(s)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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