Chester Haddan Scholarship
The O&P Foundation along with generous support from The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC) offer a scholarship to honor the legacy of Chester Haddan to support individuals pursuing a clinical Master's degree in orthotics and prosthetics (O&P). The Chester Haddan Scholarship includes a $2,500 cash award. One Chester Haddan Scholarship is given annually to a deserving O&P master’s program student.
About Chester Haddan
The Chester Haddan Scholarship was established in honor of Chester Haddan, CPO, the first President of the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC).
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time CAAHEP-accredited O&P master’s program and display leadership qualities.
How to Apply
Students may apply directly for the scholarship, or a professor may nominate them. To be considered for the award, students must submit the following:
Complete the Chester Haddan Scholarship Fund application when the submission portal opens.
Obtain a letter of reference from someone who can speak to your leadership attributes.
Obtain a transcript (that includes the current academic semester) from your institution.
Official transcripts are not required; however, unofficial transcripts must be signed by your Program Director
Create a video to demonstrate professional presentation and communication.
The video should be 2-3 minutes and should demonstrate your leadership, innovation, self-awareness, and/or collaboration, as well as discuss your goals for future leadership within the O&P profession.
Prepare a document to include information regarding your work experience, volunteer activities, and leadership opportunities
2-page maximum in PDF format
Submission
Applicants are responsible for ensuring all materials are received by The O&P Foundation by the due dates posted deadline. Application materials must be received by 5:00pm Central Time on the posted deadline.
Applications will be accepted from 03/04/2024 through 04/12/2024
Questions
If you have any questions about the Chester Haddan Scholarship, please contact please contact info@oandpfoundation.org.