Overseas-trained Osteopaths
Trained overseas? There are opportunities to practice in Australia
To work as an osteopath anywhere in Australia, you must have university-level training, be government registered with AHPRA and complete a minimum number of continuing professional development (CPD) hours each year.
In 2016-18, over 75,000 Australians visited an osteopath weekly. The osteopathy industry contributes over $500 million per year to the Australian economy.
Globally, Osteopathy is established in over 50 countries and makes a significant contribution to healthcare worldwide, as outlined in a report released by the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA). Osteopathy has two distinct streams: a) Manual therapy-focused osteopaths; and b) In the US (and elsewhere), a more medical model with osteopathic physicians who sit the same credentialing as medical doctors and work across all medical specialties.
Looking To Work Overseas? Visit the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA) and check their Member Organisations page.
Our Transition to Practice Program recognises the move from studying to working as an osteopath is a challenging time. In Osteopathy Australia-delivered workshops, our participants receive a snapshot of osteopathy within the allied health industry and learn from the best, gain insights with thought leadership from key stakeholders, and take advantage of unique opportunities to network with your peers in person and online in ways that will positively and significantly impact your professional life.
Workshop Topics can include...
The Transition to Practice Program also features speakers from industry leaders such as the Osteopathy Board of Australia (OBA) and Guild Insurance, as well as advice on the reality of practice from experienced colleagues, new graduates and Osteopathy Australia staff.
Trained overseas? There are opportunities to practice in Australia
We work with these complementary key organisations as an essential part
of providing high quality healthcare for Australians.