Welcome Address

 On behalf of the National Board for Certification in the Orthopedic Specialties (NBCOS) Credentialing Committee, we would like to congratulate you on taking the next step in your professional development as a healthcare provider.

The NBCOS Orthopedic Physician Extender (OPE-C) Certification program has afforded you an opportunity to navigate a challenging program that facilitates value added certification within theorthopedic discipline: (1) Orthopedic Physician Extender (OPE-C®) Certification, (2) Orthopedic PhysicianExtender – Surgical Certified (OPE-SC) examination and the (3) Orthopedic Physician Extender –Radiology (OPE-Rad) Certification examination [COMING SOON]

Please navigate through the private member area where you will find valuable resources towards your exam and home study preparation. All instructional materials will be located within this password-protected member’s area located in the top navigation bar. You will receive an email when any updates are made to this area.

NBCOS has strategically aligned with your colleagues as subject-matter experts to build the OPE Certification resources that supports your career objectives within clinical orthopedics.

The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) will serve as the Home Study Program for allcontinuing education courses. ASOP (BOC AP#: P120) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent inthe educational program.

NBCOS Mission – “Elevating the Clinical Specialty in Orthopedics TM ”

Please let us know how we can assist you in your exam preparation and career pathway and restassured, we are excited to assist you in your transition into the clinical orthopedics!

Feel free to access to the NBCOS Support Desk to help answer any questions or contact us directly at support@nbcos.org

Yours in Service,

NBCOS Credentialing Committee