Study Pattern: Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician (Level 3 Apprenticeship) (online) - B993

On this page you will find the study pattern for our Certificate in Higher Education Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician for the Level 3 Apprenticeship (B993).

This study pattern highlights the modules that you will need study over the next 12 months. Please note that all students are required to re-enrol at the start of every academic year in September and so within your enrolment you can only choose modules for the current academic year.  

The scheduled modules for the remainder of your programme (outlined below) are based on the current plan, however, the order of these may be subject to change. Should any changes be made, we will communicate this to you as soon as possible.

If you have any queries, please contact the Enrolment team on +44 (0)1332 594000 (option 4) or email UDOLenrolment@derby.ac.uk.

Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician - with September start

Study Pattern Autumn (September) Spring (January) Summer (May)
Year 1

Anatomy
(3OR500)
20 Credits

Health and Safety for Orthotics and Prosthetics
(3OR502)
20 Credits

Biomechanics for Orthotics and Prosthetics
(3OR501)
20 Credits

Healthcare System
(3OR503)
20 Credits

 Materials and Processes used in Orthotics and Prosthetics    
(3OR504)
40 Credits