Program Format
- Part-time flexible program. Balance work/family commitments. No need to relocate
- Face to Face and guided online learning
- Mentoring from experienced, expert, practicing FAAOMPT clinicians
Curriculum Facts
- Fellowship Program 1200 hours over a maximum of 5 years, averaging 36 months
- 189 hours of in person and online NAIOMT core advanced 700-level OMPT education courses
- 63 hours of online interactive case management training
- Approx. 105 hours of project development and directed technique practice
- 150 hours of direct 1:1 clinical mentoring: in person and distance mentoring and tutorials with a NAIOMT-approved clinical fellowship instructor, credentialed in OMPT (FAAOMPT or equivalent)
- Faculty availability & mentoring during 700 hours of clinical practice
Admission Requirements
- Physical therapist licensed to practice in the United States
- 2000 hours of orthopedic physical therapy clinical experience.
- Existing OMPT certification OR demonstrated substantial progress towards, OR graduation from an ABTRFE approved residency program.
Program Cost
- The NAIOMT Fellowship is a “pay as you go,” program, averaging approximately $9,000
- Costs do not include travel-related expenses nor APTA and AAOMPT membership fees
- Mentoring costs vary and should be considered when comparing different programs
