Are you looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field? Do you want to learn how to treat patients on a holistic and individualized level? If yes, working as an osteopathic manual practitioner could be the right choice for you.
Training in osteopathy is a challenging and dynamic path that prepares you to deliver non-invasive, manual therapy to patients as a form of complementary care. With a strong understanding of the systems and functions of the body, osteopathic manual practitioners support the body’s ability to self-heal.
The type of approach you take to your training will largely depend upon the program you choose. The Canadian Academy of Osteopathy offers a comprehensive four-year program that follows a unique, principles-based curriculum. If you’re wondering whether this path is right for you, read on to discover what to expect from an education at the CAO.
In-Depth Knowledge of Osteopathic Principles
At CAO, we believe that osteopathy should be taught as a profession in and of itself. What does this mean for you? Learning about osteopathic principles, history and theory is essential to developing a true and complete understanding of the practice. Rather than seeing osteopathy as an “add-on” to other modalities, we teach students to look at anatomy and physiology through an osteopathic lens, examining the body as a whole dynamic system.
By focusing on the theory and application of these principles, students gain a comprehensive understanding of osteopathy and are better able to diagnose and treat their patients. You’ll go beyond memorizing manual skills and techniques to explore the ‘who, what, where, when, and why’ behind osteopathic assessment and treatment.
Hands-on Clinical Experience
Since osteopathy is a hands-on profession, we think it’s essential for students to have the space to put their knowledge and skills to practice. That’s why our osteopathy school offers a free public clinic in which you can treat real-life patients! Patients in the community come to the clinic for assessments or ongoing care, giving students the opportunity to develop clinical skills and client relationships in an environment that benefits all.
Students will also have the chance to work with their fellow students in our practice clinic, where they have the space to try out new osteopathic techniques and learn from one another. Under the supervision of professional osteopathic manual practitioners, you’ll gain confidence in delivering safe and effective treatment.
A Pathway to a Practical Career
First and foremost, the program at CAO is here to prepare you to become a working professional. With a growing demand for Osteopathic Manual Practitioners across Canada, graduates can enjoy the benefits of both business and job opportunities, whether they intend to stay in Ontario or practice in another province. Not to mention, with our principles-based training, you can stand out in your knowledge as an osteopathy professional.
Graduates have gone on to work in public clinics or even open their own private clinics. Whatever career path you’re gunning for, you can expect to receive the highest standards of osteopathy education in Canada and be ready to enter your preferred osteopathic care environment.
Ready to begin your osteopathy career advancement?
Contact the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy to get started!