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Become a recognised Osteopath — the most complete osteopathic training programme in Europe, built on 25 years of clinical excellence.

DURATION
4 years (1 year for health professionals)
HOURS
4,465h
FORMAT
Hybrid
Standard€8,990
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OVERVIEW

Osteopathy Diploma: Whole-Body Manual Therapy Education

The Osteopathy Diploma from Manual Therapy Europe is built on the founding principles of Andrew Taylor Still — that the body has an innate capacity for self-regulation, and that structure governs function. Our programme provides a comprehensive education in structural, visceral and cranial osteopathy, grounded in modern evidence and delivered by world-class clinical faculty.

Developed in partnership with Manual Therapy Academy (Canada), this programme follows the World Health Organization's standards for osteopathic education. Healthcare professionals can complete the 4,465-hour curriculum in just one year through our fast-track pathway — without sacrificing depth or clinical competency.

Graduates leave prepared to work with the full spectrum of musculoskeletal, visceral and neurological presentations — and to build a sustainable, respected practice.

CERTIFICATION
Canadian DO Diploma
4,465 Training Hours
WHO-Compliant
European Federation of Osteopathy Standards
1-Year Pathway for Health Professionals
Canadian Osteopathy Diploma — Internationally Recognised
NEXT DATES
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Online theory — immediate start
In-person: TBA
Porto, Portugal / Dublin, Ireland
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LEARNING OUTCOMES

What You Will Learn

Apply structural osteopathic techniques to the spine, pelvis and all peripheral joints
Perform visceral osteopathy for the thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities
Apply craniosacral therapy and cranial osteopathic approaches
Conduct a comprehensive osteopathic assessment and clinical evaluation
Develop individualized treatment plans integrating multiple osteopathic approaches
Understand the physiological and embryological basis of visceral dysfunction
Apply myofascial, lymphatic and neurodynamic techniques
Practice ethically within the legal framework of your country
CURRICULUM

Programme Structure

  • Osteopathic philosophy and principles
  • Somatic dysfunction — assessment and treatment techniques
  • HVLA, muscle energy and functional techniques
  • Spinal manipulation — cervical, thoracic, lumbar
  • Sacroiliac and sacrococcygeal techniques
WHO IS THIS FOR

Is This Course Right for You?

  • Physiotherapists and physical therapists seeking to expand into osteopathy
  • Manual therapists wanting full osteopathic certification
  • Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals
  • Medical doctors interested in integrative approaches
  • Graduates with a health science degree
PREREQUISITES

A recognised healthcare qualification. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and basic manual therapy is recommended. Full 4-year pathway available for those without prior health qualifications.

CERTIFICATION

Canadian Osteopathy Diploma — Internationally Recognised

Graduates receive a Diploma in Osteopathy (DO) issued by Manual Therapy Academy (Canada), recognised internationally. In Portugal, completion of our programme enables you to apply for the professional cédula (registration) with ACSS. In Ireland, Germany, Italy and Poland, the diploma allows legal practice in the unregulated professional space.

Canadian DO Diploma
4,465 Training Hours
WHO-Compliant
European Federation of Osteopathy Standards
1-Year Pathway for Health Professionals

Satisfaction guarantee

If the programme is not for you, request a refund within 14 days (EU) or 7 days (Brazil), in line with your local consumer law. No paperwork, no awkward questions.

REGULATORY NOTICE

This programme is offered as continuing education for healthcare professionals. The therapies covered are practised on a voluntary, self-regulated basis in this jurisdiction. Graduates are responsible for verifying local scope-of-practice requirements before clinical application.

ALUMNI VOICES

What Alumni Say

"

I have attended osteopathy courses across Europe. The depth of the visceral module alone justified the entire programme. My patient outcomes improved dramatically within months.

João M.
Physiotherapist · Portugal
"

The cranial osteopathy component was revelatory. I now use it in virtually every complex case I see. The small group format means you get individual correction and real learning.

Lena B.
Sports Therapist · Germany
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