LCAO offers distinct pathways to certification as an Equine or Canine Osteopath. Our International Diploma programs are geared towards animal professionals and human therapists, such as osteopaths, OMTs, RNs, physiotherapists, and more. The Postgraduate Diploma provides an accelerated curriculum exclusively for licensed veterinary doctors. To become an Animal Osteopath, you must complete both equine and canine streams. To learn more about tuition fees and training curriculum, please download program prospectus.
for DVM/VMD community
Career path:
Equine Osteopath
Completion time:
895 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
Career path:
Canine Osteopath
Completion time:
750 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
Career path:
Animal Osteopath
Completion time:
1590 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
for osteopaths and animal professionals
Career path:
Equine Osteopath
Completion time:
1125 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
Career path:
Canine Osteopath
Completion time:
950 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
Career path:
Animal Osteopath
Completion time:
2015 hours
E-learning:
Rolling admission
Learning format:
Tutor-supported
Whichever program you decide to follow, becoming an animal osteopath will bring a lifetime of positive changes for you and the animals you care for.