O&P ‘Job Shadow’ Day Jan. 31

Punxsutawney Phil may see his shadow on February 2 this year, but the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) is hoping O&P practitioners will see their shadows on Friday, January 31, as part of Groundhog Job Shadow Day.

"For those practitioners who have indicated an interest in supporting the profession through volunteer hours, this is your chance to make a difference," said Academy Executive Director Tom Gorski, CAE.

One of the goals of the Academy's Project Quantum Leap initiative is to raise O&P awareness, Gorski noted, adding, "What better way to introduce young people to the field of orthotics and prosthetics than to enable them to see what you do firsthand? Job shadowing is designed to give kids an opportunity to 'shadow' an adult during his or her daily work activities.

"Studies confirm that more than 86 percent of students report that participation in job shadowing activities positively changes their attitudes about working," Gorski said, citing the 2001-2002 Junior Achievement Job Shadow Evaluation Survey. "Seventy-two percent were highly engaged and informed by the experience," he added. "Job shadowing is a win-win situation for all involved. Each participant gains unique benefits from job shadowing." Gorski listed the following benefits for both students and practitioners:

For students, job shadowing provides:

Answers to "Would I want to make this job a career?" An up-close look at how skills learned in school are put to use in the workplace. Views into all aspects involved in a job. Students can observe the skills and responsibilities required of the O&P profession to see if they have "what it takes." For practitioners:

You're helping to prepare the future workforce. There is a growing need for practitioners in the O&P field. You can take an active role in helping to spread the word about the profession. You can demonstrate how you help people regain their independence and make a difference every day through your work. Potential to develop a long-term mentoring relationship. The job shadowing program kicks off nationwide on January 31, 2003, with Groundhog Job Shadow Day. However, it continues throughout the school year. For more information, log on to www.jobshadow.org or contact the Job Shadow Coalition at 800.373.3174 or info@jobshadow.org

If you plan on participating, the Academy asks that you contact Julie Hayes at 703.836.0788, ext. 203, or jhayes@oandp.org The Academy can provide participants with copies of its new O&P career brochure to share with their "shadows."

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