Université d'Angers campus

Health Sciences

DU Orthèses et petit appareillage (Orthoses and Minor Appliances) at Université d'Angers

Université d'Angers, France

Programme overview

A diploma on orthoses, external appliances meant to support, correct or compensate a deficient function of the locomotor system, distinguishing series-made orthoses from custom-made ones that require an orthotist or pharmacist's expertise. Learners validate six competences, starting with assessing the patient's need and taking morphological measurements.

Faculty: Faculté de santé, Formation continue en santé  |  Department: Pharmacy  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time; French  |  Location: Angers, Pays de la Loire, France

What you will study

Assessment of patient need, morphological measurements and orthosis choice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For holders of a doctorate in pharmacy and sixth-year community pharmacy students at the Angers Faculty of Health who validated both placements in August; applications for 2026-2027 are closed; maximum 25 participants per year.

EUR 1,900 for the whole programme. Continuing education. University registration fees are charged in addition. Source

Duration: 1 year

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