Do you want to explore the opportunities to practice osteopathy in a European country? 

Osteopathy is regulated in twelve countries in Europe as an official healthcare profession, where different sets of national laws applies. In general, the requirements to practice as an osteopath in Europe, where the profession is regulated, are either a Bachelor degree or a Master’s degree. You can read more about requirements in regulated countries on the Regulation section of our site here.

We recommend you download the Regulation of Osteopaths – Europe report and read the  document thoroughly, as it contains key, relevant information regarding regulation. 

Some countries have developed extensive sections in English about the national requirements, which you can read about on their respective websites. You can find a list of our membership organisations along with their contact information, here.

If you need any further information regarding the regulation surrounding practicing osteopathy in certain countries across Europe, you can contact the National Association in the respective country.