The College of Osteopaths

Happychalet
Stanmore, Stanmore

We are proud of its historical emergence and the active role it has played in shaping the development of the osteopathic profession.

🔹 Flexible osteopathy degree programmes
🔹 Hands-on clinical training at our two centres
🔹 Registered charity, dedicated to advancing excellence in osteopathic education & healthcare
🔹 Empowering students - making a real difference in patients’ lives The College has a rich reputation for celebrating and supporting the individual whatever their background or experience, a feature and strength that i

s still at the heart of our ethos. The College is committed to widening access to osteopathic practice so that talented individuals of all ages can fulfil their potential, and our unique 100% part-time pathways into the profession reflects the long history of innovation and inclusiveness on which The College has built its reputation. Our current Principal, Pat Hamilton, a graduate of the London School of Osteopathy, brings her expertise in science education and social science research together with valuable experience of partnership work in the higher education sector. Pat has steered the College’s curriculum to the cutting edge of professional developments by introducing a strong business and employability strand, and extending the focus on research skills to all levels of the programme. The development of recognised qualifications started back in 1961 with a two-year Diploma course introduced for students already working in the medical field, the professional body was later established and became known as The College of Osteopaths. The College continued to thrive and in 1978 Joseph Goodman, a graduate of the BCNO, was appointed Dean of the College and the Diploma in Osteopathy qualification was fully established. Osteopathy continued to grow in popularity with some key milestones:
1988 – A full report on osteopathic education prepared by the British Accreditation Council
1989 -1991 – President of the College, Jane Langer, became involved with the King’s Fund Working Party on Osteopathy, helped develop the Osteopaths Act and the formation of the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) in which Jane Langer remained active until 2006.
1997 – The Diploma course offered by the College was validated by Middlesex University as a five-year BSc(Hons) programme of study.
2001 – Under the guidance of the then Principal, Caroline Stone, the course gained Recognised Qualification (RQ) status.
2002-2003 – The College provided an RQ programme of training for those who had been unable to enter the GOsC’s register of practitioners. Graduates were awarded a Certificate in Osteopathic Competence and were subsequently able to register.
2005 – The Principal, Mark Lawrence, launched a pioneering programme in Staffordshire – the only one of its kind in the northern half of England. The BSc (Hons) programme was successfully validated by Keele University in 2005 and gained RQ status in 2008.
2010-2011 – The innovative part-time M.Ost programme, validated by Middlesex University and praised by peer reviewers, was introduced for the London-based (2010) students then Staffordshire students (2011)
As of 2015 students at both campuses are now enrolled onto the programme validated by Staffordshire University.

26/02/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the following news.

21/01/2026

Do you or someone you know have aches or pains?
FREE osteopathy appointments available at our Stoke teaching clinic.

Our 3rd year students have their practical exams and we require more new patients.

Appointments available on Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th, Thursday 29th and Friday 30th January 2026.

For more information on these and future dates, or to book your appointment, please call 01782 660000 - Option 3

📍The College of Osteopaths, NSMI, Hartshill Road, Hartshill, Stoke on Trent, ST4 7NY
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08/01/2026

Welcome back and happy new year to all our students and patients!

For many of our students, they will have started their studies after time in another career. If this is you, you are not alone at the College of Osteopaths.

Every week in clinic we see how life experience helps students connect with patients, listen well and work confidently in practical settings. The blog highlights how skills you have built over many years are now helping you become the practitioner you want to be.

Catch up on the full story here: https://bit.ly/48HFYE3

27/12/2025

As we head into the New Year, feeling settled before a clinic session can make a real difference to how the experience feels. Students often tell us they feel more confident when they take a couple of simple steps:

⏰ Arrive a little early
Giving yourself a few extra minutes helps you ease into the session.

📖 Look over your notes
A quick refresh can help you feel more grounded.

🧘‍♀️ Take a moment to breathe
A short pause helps your focus and helps set the tone for your patients too.

If you ever want more support around clinic or preparing for sessions there is plenty to explore on our website or in our blog >> https://bit.ly/4oTvJBW

22/12/2025

The team at the College of Osteopaths would like to send you all ‘Season's Greetings’ and wish you a wonderful New Year.

As our staff and students take a break, our clinics will be closed from 5pm on Tuesday, 23rd Dec and re-open at 9am on Monday, 5th Jan.

18/12/2025

One of the things we love most about the College of Osteopaths is the variety of paths that bring people here.

Many of our students are on a second or even third career. Their past experience in roles like teaching, retail, sport or healthcare gives them a real head start with skills such as talking to people clearly, staying calm under pressure and managing busy days.

Our latest blog explains how these strengths feed into osteopathic training and features current student Marcus sharing how his previous work supports his studies and patient care.

👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/48HFYE3

04/12/2025

JOB OPPORTUNITY below..

JOIN OUR ARWARD WINNING TEAM.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist, Osteopath and sports massage therapist to join our award winning clinical team based in Hanford. Flexible hours are available. If interested please send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

01/12/2025

Clinic can feel busy and full on at times, particularly in these winter months. Taking a moment afterwards to reflect helps you recognise your progress and spot what is shaping you as a future practitioner.

Here are three simple prompts to help you get started:

🌟 What felt good today?
Maybe you handled a conversation well or felt confident with a technique. Celebrate it.

⚡ What challenged me?
Was there a moment that threw you or something you found tricky?

🎯 What do I want to work on next?
Choose one small thing. It keeps everything manageable.

Jotting down these small reflections help you learn from real experience rather than worrying about perfection. You are building your professional confidence one clinic session at a time.

13/11/2025

Happy Graduation Day to our incredible Class of 2025 Summer Graduates! 🌟Today is your day, a celebration of hard work, late nights and determination. We are so proud of all that you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll do next. Congratulations! 🎉🎓 The College of Osteopaths University of Derby

06/11/2025

Starting your first patient appointments as a student osteopath can feel both exciting and daunting.

Our latest blog shares practical tips on preparing for clinic, managing nerves, building rapport with patients, and making the most of reflection afterwards.

Clinic Tutor Liz Elander reminds students: “Top tip for current students: you’ll never be asked to do anything you haven’t been trained to do. As clinic tutors, we know exactly where you are in the programme and we’ll support you at every step.”

👉 Read the full guide here: https://pulse.ly/j4opw3kbuq

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Website

http://www.collegeofosteopaths.ac.uk/

Address

13 Furzehill Road
Borehamwood
WD62DG

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm