Regulations of Osteopathy

All osteopaths in the United Kingdom are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). It is against the law for anyone to call themselves an osteopath unless they are registered with the GOsC, which sets and promotes high standards of competency, conduct and safety. 

Osteopaths are required to renew their registration each year and this provides registrants with an annual licence to practise. As part of this process, the GOsC checks that osteopaths have current professional indemnity insurance, remain in good health and of good character, and have met mandatory continuing professional development requirements. For more information about the General Osteopathic Council, please go to their website www.osteopathy.org.uk