Joining the Ohio Chapter AAOP

ACTIVE MEMBER (Also called “Member”):  
Individuals eligible to hold Active Member status in the Chapter include and are limited to those:

1. Who are orthotic-prosthetic practitioners certified by The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics; and are members in good standing in the American Academy for Orthotists and Prosthetists...
   1. ...and who practice orthotics and/or prosthetics within the geographical boundaries of this Chapter (as defined in ARTICLE II, Section 3 of these By-laws),
   2. or who practice orthotics and/or prosthetics within a neighboring state not having its own Chapter, or;​
2. Who hold current license to practice orthotics, prosthetics or pedorthics in the state of Ohio and are Affiliate Members of the American Academy for Orthotists and Prosthetists.

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Active Members are eligible to vote in all Chapter elections and hold office in the Chapter.

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ASSOCIATE MEMBER:
Individuals eligible for Associate Member status in the Chapter include and are limited to those:

1. Who hold current “Registered Associate” or “Technician” certification from The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, or;
2. Who hold current BOC Orthotic Fitter/Mastectomy Fitter Certification from the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification.
3. Any certified or licensed individual who wishes to receive Associate Member discounts for Chapter meetings and other member benefits.  Associate Members can neither vote nor hold office in the Chapter

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MEMBERSHIP YEAR:  The membership year is 12 months in length and is established by the Board of Directors. (The membership year currently established by the board is December 1st to November 30th).