CFETP4J0X2AC3 — Physical Medicine/orthotics

CFETP4J0X2AC3 governs physical medicine and orthotic specialty career-field education and training requirements.

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  • Publication number: CFETP4J0X2AC3
  • Title: PHYSICAL MEDICINE/ORTHOTICS
  • Date: 2025-01-17

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CFETP4J0X2AC3 covers medical readiness, vital signs, anatomy and physiology, functional anatomy, and special populations. It includes task standards, technical references, proficiency codes, on-the-job training certification, and changes to Career Development Course requirements.

Topics covered

  • Medical readiness
  • Vital signs measurement
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Functional anatomy
  • Special populations

Questions and answers

Are Career Development Courses still required under the new STS?

The new STS removes the requirement for Career Development Courses (CDCs), but the existing CDCs will remain in use for all members. Those members who complete the new accredited Phase II formal training at St Philip’s College are not required to complete CDCs. (paragraph 2)

Who is responsible for continuing medical readiness training?

Continuing/on-going Medical Readiness Training for the individual is the responsibility of each medical facility. (paragraph 3)

What do the Technical Reference and Training Reference terms mean?

For the purposes of this CFETP, the terms “Technical Reference” and “Training Reference” (TR) are synonymous.

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