Associate Fellow of the Academy

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The Fellow of the Academy programs are public-facing symbols of each Fellow’s dedication to the profession and the patients they serve. Each program has a unique set of application requirements. The Associate Fellow of the Academy requirements are detailed below.

Application Requirements
  • $300 Application Fee
  • Copy of your education report from ABC, BOC, or your state licensure.
  • Current CV/Resume
Academy Involvement (must meet BOTH requirements)
  • Be in good standing with the Academy for 3+ years as an Associate member of the Academy.
  • Serve actively* on an Academy member group.
    *Active service includes regular group conference call attendance and group deliverables participation. For volunteer options, reference the volunteer survey.
Giving Back to the Profession
  • Demonstrate a history of service to the O&P profession in a volunteer capacity.
    The committee will consider your entire career. Any service must have been completed on time, not as part of your job.
Education (must meet BOTH requirements)
  • Complete two Certificate Programs for Professional Development
    Available online or in-person at select Academy Annual Meetings.
  • Prepare one of the following to be shared with Academy members.
      • Case Presentation. The case can be presented in various formats: written, live/virtually, video, etc. 

    or 

      • Critically Appraised Topic (CAT). The CAT must be submitted in written format. The template can be found here.