Recognised Osteopathy Training Programmes

At the IAO®, we offer a range of study programs designed to suit your background and ambitions within the field of osteopathy. Whether you’re taking your first steps toward becoming an osteopath or looking to expand your professional expertise, we have the right program for you.

• Master of Science in Osteopathy: For those aspiring to become osteopaths and develop into fully qualified, academically trained professionals.
• Lateral Entry Program: A focused two-year track for professionals who already hold a DO diploma and wish to upgrade their qualification to a Master of Science degree.
• Postacademic Modules (PAM): Advanced modules for practicing osteopaths who wish to deepen their expertise, enhance their clinical skills, and stay fully up to date with the latest developments in the field.

Want to find out which program suits you best? Explore our full range of courses!

The Master of Science in Osteopathy is an internationally recognized academic degree at master’s level.

With this qualification, you demonstrate not only advanced practical skills as an osteopath but also a solid, evidence-based foundation in scientific knowledge and research.

The value of this master’s program lies in:

• Academic recognition: You earn a fully accredited academic master’s degree, recognized within higher education.
• Professional credibility: You distinguish yourself as an osteopath with a scientifically grounded approach, inspiring confidence among both patients and healthcare professionals.
• Strong professional positioning: Increasingly, healthcare institutions and insurance providers value practitioners with a recognized master’s degree.

Yes. The Master of Science in Osteopathy obtained at the IAO® is an officially recognized academic degree at master’s level.

The program is delivered in collaboration with an accredited partner university, ensuring that your degree meets international quality standards.

In short: the Master of Science in Osteopathy is a legally recognized master’s degree and provides a solid foundation for a professional career as an osteopath — both nationally and internationally.

Yes, osteopathy is a legally recognised and regulated healthcare profession in Denmark. Only practitioners who obtain official authorisation may use the title ‘osteopath’. Qualified osteopaths may register with the Danish Patient Safety Authority and practise in accordance with Danish health-care legislation.

Absolutely! After obtaining your degree, you can further specialize through our Postacademic Modules (PAMs).

These modules focus on specific target groups, such as infants or athletes, or on specialized topics like visceral or craniosacral techniques.

In this way, you continue to deepen your skills and grow alongside the profession, guided by experienced lecturers and international experts.