Casting Courses

Musculoskeletal Casting and Splinting Courses

The British Casting Certificate (formerly known as the BOA/RCN (SOTN) AOT Casting Techniques Certificate) has been the only nationally recognised qualification in Casting since 1982 for both the Orthopaedic Practitioner and Nurses whose role includes Casting and Splinting. The certificate and training courses are recognised internationally and this is reflected by the continuing application to courses by students from abroad. As well as the original six-week block courses (now three and sometimes four per year) running at The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, there are in addition regional day release courses in a variety of locations around the UK providing this vital education, a list can be found here.

The practical nature of the Course means that places are limited and necessarily more costly than would be the case for a mainly theoretical Course. As a prerequisite you must have a minimum of one year’s, full time experience in casting application. Applications must be supported by a recommendation from a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, who is a Fellow of the British Orthopaedic Association, and from your Line Manager. Nursing staff, casting room practitioners and others who need to become expert in practical casting techniques are all equally welcome.

Prior to attending the Course, it is a requirement for candidates to study the theory as shown in the syllabus.

International candidates are also required to provide evidence of English language proficiency - as such, international candidates need a minimum score of 6.0 on the IELTS to meet the requirements of the casting course.

From June 2023, Glasgow Caledonian University will no longer host the Scottish Regional BCC course or accredit or accredit the BCC module. All current students will continue to be supported for their exams up to this date, and any resits required. A letter from Mark Rees, National Casting Training Advisor has been circulated to students to explain the changes.

Payment Policy:
Fees should be received at least eight weeks prior to the commencement of the Course or the place will be cancelled.

Cancellation Policy:
For cancellations between 2-6 weeks of the start of the course there is a 50% cancellation fee.
For cancellations 2 weeks or less of the start of the course there is no refund of course fees.

Guidance for casting practice in the current COVID-19 pandemic

The BOA Casting Committee has written guidelines to help with casting practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. These can be viewed here.