Just the
facts (in English) from your instructors Rick and Yolanda: Just the
facts (in English) from your instructors Rick and Yolanda:
There are two certification bodies in the US, ABC and BOC. The difference is like Ford and Chevy. They are just different brands, each with their own set of pros and cons. Both are great organizations! BOC is not recognized in all States, but is in most. ABC is recognized everywhere, but does not test as often. We have listed what we could below so that you can make an informed decision. If you are still confused, wait until lunch on Monday during Level 2 and we will discuss it over Chicken Fried Steak and Fried Green Tomatoes, or give us a call any time!
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ABC BOC or Both? |
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Issue |
ABC | BOC |
| Scope or practice: Custom Therapeutic / Diabetic Shoes & Inserts | Yes | Yes |
| Scope or practice: Custom Functional Orthotics | Yes | Yes |
| Scope or practice: SCFO | Yes | Yes |
| Scope or practice: Ankle Foot Orthotics | No | Yes |
| Scope of practice: Compression & Burn garments | No | Yes |
| 1000 Hours Experience required (Includes shoe fitting and patient contact) | Yes | Yes |
| Experiential Pathway to next level of certification | No | Yes |
| Number of exams offered annually | 3 | 4 |
| Time between application deadline and exam date | 60 days | 15 days |
| Credential accepted in all 50 States (See below) | Yes | No |
| Completion of NCOPE Approved Program required | Yes | Yes |
| Nationally accredited by NCAA | Yes | Yes |
| Recognized by Medicare | Yes | Yes |
| Crossover from other certification body offered | No | Yes |
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Certification Recognized by State |
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| Alabama | Yes | Call |
| Arkansas | Yes | Call |
| Florida | Yes | Call |
| Georgia | Yes | Yes |
| Illinois | Yes | Call |
| New Jersey | Yes | No |
| Ohio | Yes | Call |
| Oklahoma | Yes | Yes |
| Rhode Island | Yes | Yes |
| Tennessee | Yes | Call |
| Texas | Yes | Yes |
| Washington | Yes | Call |
| All other States | Yes | Yes
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This information is based on the most recent information we have.
We cannot be held liable for changes.
We encourage you to do additional research on your own using the links below:
http://www.abcop.org/resources/Licensure/Pages/StateOPLicensure.aspx