# APOA — Alabama Prosthetic & Orthotic Association

> Alabama's premier professional association for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, and related healthcare specialists. Providing continuing education, legislative advocacy, and professional networking since 1985.

## About APOA

APOA is a non-profit professional association dedicated to advancing the prosthetic and orthotic profession in Alabama. We serve certified orthotists (CO), prosthetists (CP), pedorthists (CPed), mastectomy fitters, orthotic fitters, and therapeutic shoe fitters throughout the state.

## Key Services

- **Continuing Education**: ABC and BOC approved seminars, workshops, webinars, and annual conferences offering CEU credits
- **Legislative Advocacy**: Representation on Alabama licensure, DMEPOS reimbursement, Medicaid policy, and federal O&P legislation
- **Professional Networking**: Member directory, forums, and events connecting healthcare professionals across Alabama
- **Annual Conference**: Alabama's premier prosthetic and orthotic educational event held in Birmingham

## Membership

APOA membership is open to licensed orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, and related healthcare professionals practicing in Alabama. Members receive discounted event registration, access to the member directory, forum participation, and professional development resources.

## Coverage Area

APOA serves O&P professionals throughout Alabama, including Birmingham, Montgomery, Huntsville, Mobile, and Tuscaloosa.

## Regulatory Context

Alabama requires licensure for orthotists and prosthetists through the Alabama Board of Prosthetists, Orthotists, and Pedorthists (ABOP). Requirements include accredited education, national certification (ABC or BOC), and ongoing continuing education credits.

## Affiliated Organizations

- AOPA — American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (https://www.aopanet.org)
- ABC — American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (https://www.abcop.org)
- BOC — Board of Certification/Accreditation (https://www.bocusa.org)

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of APOA mission, benefits, and upcoming events.
- [About](/about): History, mission, board of directors, and organizational information.
- [Membership](/membership): Membership types, benefits, and eligibility requirements.
- [Education](/education): Continuing education opportunities and CEU-approved programs.
- [Events](/events): Upcoming conferences, workshops, and professional events.
- [News](/news): Industry news, association updates, and articles.
- [Resources](/resources): Professional resources and external links.
- [Contact](/contact): Contact information and inquiry form.
- [Apply](/apply): Membership application.

## Contact

- Email: info@alabamapoa.org
- Website: https://alabamapoa.org

## Technical Details

- Founded: 1985
- Type: Non-profit professional association
- Region: Alabama, United States