Introduction

As part of the CAAHEP Standards development process, the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) is inviting public comments on the proposed Proposed CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines for the Accreditation of Educational Programs for Orthotic & Prosthetic Technicians. To review a copy of the proposed Standards, visit the CAAHEP website and download: "Proposed CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines for the Accreditation of Educational Programs for Orthotic & Prosthetic Technicians." Using this version as a reference, on the next page of this form, select the Standard, select 'next', enter the line number that you are referring to, and enter your comment in the text box. The NCOPE will collect comments until October 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern. Thank you for your interest in CAAHEP programmatic accreditation.

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