London College of Animal Osteopathy, Canada

Description of Elective Experience: 

The PG Diploma in Animal Osteopathy program has been developed for veterinarians (DVM/VMD) and veterinary students interested in expanding their practice to include osteopathic treatment for equine and canine patients.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.: 

The PG DipAO provides an opportunity to learn advanced palpatory, diagnostic, and osteopathic treatment skills in a program developed by osteopathic professionals for veterinary professionals. This comprehensive study delivers a solid body of knowledge in osteopathic thought and treatment of equines and canines. A self-paced, online learning format allows flexibility in earning your osteopathic qualification.

Upon completion of the program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to deliver safe, rational, and effective osteopathic treatment to horses and dogs, though treatment principles can be applied to other animals as well.

 

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?: 

MODULE I

Preclinical studies / Core knowledge
Online format / 490 hrs.

MODULE II

Clinical studies / Eight learning units led by Prof.McGregor
Thesis / Osteopathic Research
Online format / 1100 hrs.

Both modules are delivered via LCAO´s eLearning platform, powered by Moodle software. Online studies are entirely self-paced: there is no set due date to finish it. Moreover, LCAO students and graduates retain lifetime access to all online courses and future updates.

Supervisor: 
Prof Stuart McGregor
Website: 
https://www.animalosteopathycollege.com/equine-canine-osteopathy-training-programs
Contact email: 
Address: 
380 Wellington St
London, ON N5A 5B5
Canada
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Is student housing available?: 
No