"I knew this program was the right fit for me when I saw its strong emphasis on fostering technical skills and facilitating positive patient interactions. Alongside this, the dedication and passion shown by the professors created an environment where I felt both supported and challenged as a student developing my clinical abilities." - Justin Hornung '27O&P
About the Program
We prepare the next generation of Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) clinicians through a hands-on, student-centered education that emphasizes belonging, engagement, and holistic patient care. Guided by ABC certified, highly skilled faculty, students gain real world experience in a laboratory intentionally designed to mirror authentic patient interactions and reinforce learning. As one of only two integrated residency programs in the nation, our graduates complete both academic and clinical training within the program, making them eligible to sit for both the Orthotics and Prosthetics board certification exams upon earning their MS degree.
Program Outcomes
We have recently been informed by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) of a landmark achievement for Salus University. On March 15, 2024, CAAHEP made the decision to grant initial accreditation to our Orthotist/Prosthetist program.
This initial accreditation is a testament to our program's steadfast commitment to excellence and adherence to the highest educational standards. Accreditation by CAAHEP is only awarded to those programs that have successfully demonstrated compliance with rigorous standards, ensuring the best possible educational experience for our students.
The next comprehensive evaluation of our program is scheduled for no later than 2029. In the meantime, the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) will perform annual reviews to monitor our compliance with these standards, as well as to evaluate our program's outcomes based on annual reports and supporting documents (as outlined in Standard IV.B.).