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OrthoWorx launches first graduate program for orthopedic regulatory and clinical affairs
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OrthoWorx has entered into an agreement with Grace College in Winona Lake, Indiana to launch the nation’s first graduate program in orthopedic regulatory and clinical affairs. Developed in consultation with orthopedic company leadership, this program will fill a crucial and immediate gap in workforce training and provide participants with the expertise required to meet an existing demand, according to an OrthoWorx press release.
The program will be offered through the OrthoWorx Center of Excellence in Orthopedic Regulatory and Clinical Affairs at Grace College, which is being established by OrthoWorx and Grace. As a partner in this process, OrthoWorx will participate in the development of the Center and will play an active role on the center’s advisory board. OrthoWorx is providing initial funding to assist in the development of the program. As it matures, the center will capture funding from its programs for reinvestment in curriculum development focused on meeting future orthopedic industry needs.
“A key element in OrthoWorx’s mission is to help foster an environment where the orthopedic industry can continue to thrive, and the availability of employees with specialized skills and knowledge is critical to sustaining the cluster in the Warsaw region,” Brad Bishop, OrthoWorx executive director, stated in the release.
“Because of our location and the connectivity among our students, faculty, alumni and the orthopedic companies headquartered here, we believe Grace College is uniquely qualified to assist the companies in addressing their most pressing educational and training needs,” Grace College President Ron Manahan, stated in the release. “We look forward to working with OrthoWorx to launch this important educational resource.”
Grace College is currently finalizing the curriculum for the program in concert with industry representatives and is recruiting staff and instructors. The first cohort of students is being formed and individuals interested in information regarding the program should contact Dr. Steve Grill, dean of The School of Adult and Community Education at Grace (574-372-5100, ext. 6511). Plans are underway to begin offering classes in spring 2011.