National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE)

10/13/2026

🎓 Preparing for the New O&P Combined Exams? This webinar on November 13th is for YOU!

Big changes are coming to the O&P board exams, and understanding what’s new can help you prepare with confidence.

Join the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists for “Preparing for the New O&P Combined Exams: A Live Panel Discussion” featuring experts from ABC and NCOPE, residency leaders, clinicians, and a recent graduate.

What will be covered?
-Updates to the ABC Written, Simulation & Clinical Patient Management (CPM) exams
-What the changes mean for your exam preparation
-How NCOPE’s dual-discipline residency requirements may impact your residency experience
-Strategies for building exam readiness into your residency
-Live Q&A with the panel

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ 12–1 p.m. ET
💻 Online via Zoom
💰 FREE

⭐ Panelists include NCOPE’s Chris Robinson, MS, MBA, CPO, ATC, FAAOP(D), along with representatives from ABC, residency/clinical experts, and a recent O&P graduate.

Can't attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording!

👉 Register & learn more: https://buff.ly/3LSstZn

10/07/2026

👀 WE KNOW IT'S SCARY BUT...... NCOPE's 2027 Fee Schedule has some increases.

📅 Effective January 1, 2027

👻 Don't let the new year sneak up on you.

Review the updated fee schedule now. https://buff.ly/FAVQk6b

09/30/2026

We all remember that mentor. 💙

The one who challenged you to think differently.
The one who encouraged you when you doubted yourself.
The one who gave you the confidence to become a more independent clinician.
The one who made a lasting impact on your professional journey.

Now it’s time to recognize them.

Nominate an exceptional clinical mentor for the NCOPE Clinical Mentoring Award, presented in partnership with the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists.

Help us celebrate the mentors who invest in the next generation of O&P professionals and make a difference that lasts well beyond residency.

✨ Know a mentor who deserves to be recognized? Nominate them today! Deadline is Friday.

Submit a nomination: https://buff.ly/A4uamuC

09/11/2026

🗓️ Join us today at for our Clinical Round Table to discuss how to turn data from the NCOPE Residency tracker into action at your clinic!

Can’t make it? Find us at booth #1014 in the exhibit hall. We would love to chat with you!

09/10/2026

👨‍🏫 We can’t wait to spend the day with our valued clinical mentors at AOPA discussing ways to help support our prosthetic and orthotic students and residents. See everyone at 9am!

We are also located at booth #1014 in the exhibit hall If you can’t make it or have questions.

09/08/2026

📣 Heading to AOPA 2026 in Las Vegas? Make plans to connect with NCOPE!
We’re excited to be part of the AOPA 2026 National Assembly and have two great opportunities for you to learn with the NCOPE team.

📚 NCOPE Approved Clinical Mentor (ACM) Course
Sept. 10 | 9 AM–4 PM | Reef E

📊 Using Data to Drive Residency Success
Sept. 11 | 10:30 AM–12 PM | Oceanside F | 1.5 CEUs

Learn practical strategies for mentorship, residency success, and using data to strengthen your program.

And don’t forget to stop by Booth #1014 in the Exhibit Hall! 👋
Come say hi, meet the NCOPE team, and learn more about how we support residency programs, mentors, educators, and the future of orthotic and prosthetic care.

📍 AOPA 2026 National Assembly | Las Vegas | September 9–12

We’ll see you there! 🎉

08/26/2026

✨ Fuel the Future of O&P! ✨

We’re excited to reshare this opportunity from the Live in Motion FoundationFoundation supporting the next generation of orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics professionals in their educational and professional lives!

The Fuel the Future Scholarship helps students pursuing careers in O&P move one step closer to their goals. 🎓

Know a student who could benefit? Share this opportunity with someone who is preparing to make a difference in our profession!

🌟 Learn more and apply: https://orthoticsandprostheticsfoundation.smapply.us/

🎓 Fuel the Future Scholarships Open September 1!

Five extraordinary O&P master’s students will each receive:

✨ A $20,000 academic scholarship
✨ Complimentary registration to the AAOP Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium
✨ Complimentary registration to the AOPA National Assembly
✨ Featured speaking opportunities at both conferences

Fuel the Future Scholars are emerging leaders who demonstrate excellence, integrity, service, and a commitment to advancing patient care and professional practice in orthotics and prosthetics.

Help us spread the word to the next generation of O&P leaders!

🔍 Learn more: https://liveinmotion.org/
📝Apply: https://apply.liveinmotion.org/

08/24/2026

✨ Monday is a great day to submit a nomination for the NCOPE Board of Directors!

We're currently accepting nominations for: Class 1 – A certified orthotist and/or prosthetist in good standing with ABC whose practice is an AOPA member, or who is an individual member of the Academy.

Know someone who would make an outstanding board member? Nominate them—or consider nominating yourself!

📥 Submit your nomination and learn more:
https://buff.ly/1chfwhX

08/19/2026

Have an idea 💡 to improve prosthetic and orthotic patient care, but not sure how to fund it? Check out the Live in Motion Foundation Fall Microgrants opening September 1!

⚡Applications open September 1 for the Fall 2026 Microgrant Program!

Microgrants are designed to spark new ideas and accelerate early-stage work that directly impacts orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic patient care.

These one-year grants support health care professionals, students, and residents pursuing high-impact quality improvement projects that improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Awards have increase to $3000 this Fall!

💡Learn more: https://liveinmotion.org/
📝Apply: https://apply.liveinmotion.org/

08/18/2026

📢 The O&P Workforce Study Survey has been extended!

Your clinic’s participation can help shape the future of the O&P workforce.

NCOPE, in partnership with the Center for Health Workforce Studies, is conducting an updated workforce demand study to better understand workforce needs and help inform future workforce planning, education, and professional development.

What you can do to help:

🔹 Work at an O&P clinic? Check with your clinic manager to see if your practice has participated in the survey.

🔹 Clinic managers: If you haven’t completed the survey yet, now is the time to participate!

The email was sent from [email protected] by Sheryl Sachs, CPO, NCOPE Chair with the subject line "O&P Workforce Survey – Please Participate." If you feel you should have received a survey link but didn't, please reach out to us!

Your input helps build a clearer picture of the O&P workforce and the needs of the profession. Every response matters.

📣 Help us spread the word! Share this with your colleagues and encourage your clinic manager to participate.

🔗 Learn more about the O&P Workforce Demand Study:
https://buff.ly/GN60CFQ