Orthoprosthetics and Assistive Products · Urola Garaiko Lanbide Eskola

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Languages
Español
Euskara
InstitutionPrivate
Modality
On-site 🏫
FamilyHealthcare 🏥
Total Hours2,182Hours

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General information about the degree

📚 Overview

The Higher Vocational Training Programme in Orthoprosthetics and Assistive Products trains professionals to design, manufacture, fit and maintain orthoprostheses and assistive products intended to improve the quality of life of people with physical disabilities or special needs. The programme covers anatomy, biomechanics, materials and healthcare technology, as well as techniques for fitting and customising orthoprosthetic devices. It also explores user care and guidance, current regulations and the management of clinical documentation in depth.

✨ Specific Information

The programme combines theoretical and practical training, including workplace training modules (FCT) that allow students to apply what they have learned in real settings. Specialist workshops and technical equipment are used to manufacture and fit devices. The programme may offer opportunities to participate in mobility initiatives such as Erasmus+, facilitating international experience and the exchange of best practices in the health and social care sector.

👤 Recommended Profile

This programme is aimed at people with an interest in healthcare and social care, manual skills, observational ability, empathy and a user-focused approach. Technical dexterity, precision and a willingness to continue learning in a constantly evolving sector are valued.

🚀 Career and Further Study Opportunities

After completing the Higher Vocational Training Programme, graduates can enter the healthcare and health and social care sectors directly or continue their education through related university studies, such as degrees in Health Sciences, via the established admission procedures.

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Healthcare

The Healthcare vocational field prepares you to work in one of the most essential sectors with the highest demand for professionals: caring for people's health. From hospitals and clinics to pharmacies, laboratories, and emergency services, this vocational training combines scientific knowledge with practical skills so that you can make a real difference in other people's lives. Auxiliary nursing care and patient support techniques Managing and dispensing medicines in pharmacies and parapharmacies Conducting analyses in clinical and biomedical laboratories Responding to medical emergencies and providing first aid Dental hygiene and oral health prevention Documentation, administration, and organisation in healthcare centres Studying Healthcare opens the door to a purposeful, stable career, with the option to continue your studies at university or specialise even further.

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Higher Vocational Training

Orthoprosthetics and Assistive Products

This vocational programme prepares you to design, manufacture and fit custom prostheses, orthoses and assistive products for each individual, combining technical, anatomical and interpersonal knowledge in a field where your work makes a real difference to the lives of those who need it. Learn to design and mould external orthoses and prostheses tailored to each user's physical and personal characteristics. Work with industrial technology used in the prosthetics and orthotics sector, handling specialised equipment, materials and tools. Practise fitting prefabricated orthoses and manufacturing custom products in accordance with standardised procedures. Develop the judgement needed to select assistive products that improve people's independence and accessibility. You could work in orthopaedic workshops, clinics and mass-production companies, or become the technical manager of a specialist establishment.

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Higher Vocational Training

The Advanced Vocational Training Programme (CFGS) is the highest level of vocational education, designed for those who want to become advanced technicians with thorough, specialist training. Over two years, you gain advanced knowledge and real-world skills in your chosen sector. Advanced technical and practical training in your professional field Specialist modules combining applied theory with real workplace experience Development of management, analysis and decision-making skills The option to transfer credits and gain direct access to university Once you finish, you can enter the job market as an advanced technician or continue your education at university with recognised advantages.

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