Business Details
Advocates for Osteopathic Healthcare in Australia
Osteopathy Australia has been a leading advocate for osteopaths in Australia since its establishment. We provide comprehensive continuing professional development (CPD) resources, including webinars, eLearning modules, workshops, and clinical podcasts, to support osteopaths at every career stage. Our organisation actively promotes osteopathy through government lobbying, policy submissions, and consumer awareness campaigns. We facilitate research initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and strengthen osteopathy's role in healthcare.Our Career Hub offers career guidance, job listings, and business resources to help practitioners navigate their professional journey. We maintain rigorous standards through advanced and extended practice recognition programs. Our team manages practitioner licensing, accreditation processes, and member services, while delivering targeted educational content through Osteo Life magazine and the Osteo Talk podcast. We collaborate with healthcare networks to advance the profession nationally.
Services
CPD Hub
Advocacy
Research
Career Hub
Workshops
Highlights and features
- We advocate for osteopathy at government and industry levels
- We provide comprehensive CPD resources for professional development
- Our research initiatives enhance clinical outcomes and profession recognition
- Career Hub offers tailored career progression tools and job listings
- We maintain advanced practice standards through rigorous recognition programs
Services
CPD Hub
Our CPD Hub delivers comprehensive continuing professional development resources for osteopaths. We offer online webinars, eLearning modules, face-to-face workshops, and clinical podcasts to meet Ahpra registration requirements. Members can manage all CPD activities through our dedicated portal with access to CPD summaries and evidence storage.
Advocacy
We actively advocate for osteopathy at national and state levels through government lobbying and policy submissions. Our advocacy includes consumer awareness campaigns, industry representation on healthcare committees, and submissions to regulatory bodies. We work to expand osteopathy's recognition within Australia's healthcare system through strategic partnerships and evidence-based policy development.
Research
Our research programs advance osteopathic practice through evidence-based studies and clinical trials. We administer annual research grants, promote patient-reported outcome measures, and support research mentorships. The organisation collaborates with academic institutions to develop research projects that enhance clinical outcomes and strengthen osteopathy's position in healthcare.
Career Hub
Career Hub provides career development resources for osteopaths at all stages. We offer business management tools, job listings, and professional guidance from student to practice owner. The platform includes salary benchmarks, practice setup guides, and networking opportunities with industry leaders to support professional growth.
Workshops
We deliver specialist clinical workshops including the Perrin Technique for neurolymphatic conditions. These three-day programs provide hands-on training in diagnosing and treating chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and long-COVID. Workshops feature practical demonstrations, case studies, and advanced clinical techniques to expand practitioners' treatment capabilities.
Questions
What membership benefits does Osteopathy Australia offer?
Members receive CPD resources, professional advocacy, research access, career development tools, and exclusive event discounts.
How do I access CPD programs?
CPD Hub provides online webinars, eLearning modules, workshops, and clinical podcasts accessible through our member portal.
What advocacy work does the organisation undertake?
We lobby government bodies, submit policy recommendations, and collaborate with healthcare networks to advance osteopathy's recognition.
Are there research funding opportunities available?
Yes, we offer annual research grants and promote external funding opportunities for osteopathic research projects.
What workshops are available for practitioners?
We host clinical workshops including the Perrin Technique™ for neurolymphatic conditions and other specialist training programs.