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helping you grow proffesionally one step at a time
HELPING YOU GROW PROFESSIONALLY.
WE MAKE IT SIMPLE.
MARKHAM & MISSISSAUGA CAMPUS
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Dear Prospective Student,
Thank you for your interest in the Ontario School of Osteopathy and Alternative
Medicine, we are delighted that you have taken a step towards investing in your
future. We are an independent institution that fosters education within the healthcare
industry. Our institution has campuses in Markham and Mississauga, Ontario, and is
equipped with extensive student facilities to promote learning and growth.
Our goal at the Ontario School of Osteopathy and Alternative Medicine is to
consistently deliver a practical learning environment that guides existing and aspiring
healthcare practitioners to help meet their educational and professional needs.
OUR DISTINCTIVE APPROACH
Results Focused: We provide you with the knowledge and tools to build your career
and grow your business. OSO has a dedicated staff of qualified and knowledgeable
instructors that have extensive background in the health industry. Our programs add
value to your education and career, with board and insurance approved programs,
along with relevant knowledge to help you learn and pass your exams.
Effective Learning Process: We simplify the learning process. We believe that great
instructors make learning easy and fun. Through our programs you gain relevant
practical and theoretical knowledge in a non-complicated way. Our distinctive
approach to curriculum, research and knowledge exchange and engagement with
industry professionals gets you closer to your goals.
Diverse Community: OSO students consist of a diverse community of students and alumni
that come from multidisciplinary backgrounds, such as Medical Doctors, Acupuncture
practitioners, Registered Massage Therapist, Reflexologist and more. From day one our
students have a sense of community and support. In addition, we have staff that speaks
the following languages, Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, Portuguese, & Farsi.
Accessible: OSO is dedicated to providing programs that are an enriching, accessible
and affordable. We offer payment plan and financial aid options, applicants can be
considered for financial assistance.
Once again, thank you for your interest in Ontario School of Osteopathy and Alternative
Medicine we look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Amir Abbas Haydarian
Osteopathy, Registered Acupuncture & Registered Massage Therapist
Dean, Ontario School of Osteopathy & Alternative Medicine
CONTENTS
About OSO
Contents……………………………………………………………… Page 1
PROGRAMS
Diploma in Acupuncture (R.Ac & R.TCMP)……………………
Diploma of Osteopathy Manual Practitioner….……………...
The Prerequisite Certificate Courses ...………………………....
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)………………………………
CPR & First Aid………………………………………………………..
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Registered TCM Practitioner Program (R.TCMP)
Registered Acupuncturist Program (R.Ac)
GRADUATION, DESIGNATION
Following successful completion of all modules, the student is presented with a Diploma of
Traditional Chinese Medicine (or Diploma of Acupuncture). The list of completed modules
and transcripts are prepared by OSO to be presented to CTCMPAO before students are
applying for the Ontario Acupuncture board exams (Pan-Canadian Written and Clinical
Case-Study Examinations for TCM Practitioners and Acupuncturists).
Length of the programs:
4 years for the Traditional Chinese Medicine Program
3 years for the Acupuncture program.
* Advance standing is granted to Health Professionals such as Chiropractors, RMTs,
Physiotherapists, Naturopaths, Occupational Therapists, Physicians and Registered Nurses.
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List of Modules:
Year 1 (7 Modules along with all Mandatory Clinical Practice Hours)
AC141 - Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine
AC142 - Acupuncture Theory & Techniques I
Year 2 (5 Modules along with all
Mandatory Clinical Practice Hours)
AC214 - Oriental Medicine Diagnosis
and Treatment I
AC215 - Fundamentals of Biomedicine
(Western Diagnosis
and Pharmacology)
AC216 - Acupuncture Theory &
Techniques II
AC217 - Jurisprudence & Safety
AC218 - Clinical Practice I
Year 3 (4 Modules along with all
Mandatory Clinical Practice Hours)
AC321 - Oriental Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment II
AC322 - Acupuncture Theory & Techniques III
AC333 - Practice Management
AC334 - Professionalism
AC335 - Ethics & Interpersonal Skills
AC336 - Clinical Practice II
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Modules Details:
Practice Management
Maintain patient records:
a. Ensure complete and accurate records.
b. Ensure security and integrity of records.
Utilize effective business strategies:
a. Ensure sound financial management.
b. Employ ethical business practices.
c. Establish office procedures and supervise staff accordingly.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Foundations
1. Apply fundamental knowledge of the following Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
in diagnosis and treatment:
a. yin yang
b. wu xing (five elements)
c. zang xiang (organ theories)
d. jing-luo & shu xue (channels, collaterals and acupuncture points)
e. qi, xue, jin ye, jing & shen (qi, blood, body fluid, essence, spirit)
f. ti zhi (constitution)
g. bing yin (etiology)
h. bing ji (pathogenesis)
i. yu fang (prevention)
j. zhi ze (principles of treatment)
k. yang sheng (health preservation)
2. Apply fundamentals of acupuncture in diagnosis and treatment:
A. Characterize the following points:
a.
jing xue (points of the 14 channels)
b.
jing wai qi xue (extra points)
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Apply knowledge of the following special groupings of points, in treatment planning:
i , wu shu xue (five transporting points)
ii , yuan xue (source points)
iii , luo xue (connecting points)
iv , xi xue (cleft points)
v , bei shu xue (back shu points)
vi , mu xue (front/mu points)
vii , xia he xue (lower sea points)
viii , ba mai jiao hui xue (eight confluent points)
ix , ba hui xue (eight meeting [influential] points)
x , zi mu xue (mother/child points)
xi , jiao hui xue (channel crossing points)
xii , a shi xue (ah shi points)
xiii , ear and scalp acupuncture
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C. Select points for assessment
D. Select points or areas for therapy
E. Select stimulation techniques
F. Apply knowledge of precautions and contraindications for application of stimulation
techniques.
G. Apply knowledge of:
i , tui na/an mo (acupressure)
ii, qi gong/tai ji
iii, gua sha
Fundamentals of Biomedicine
Apply basic biomedical concepts to TCM practice:
a. human anatomical structures
b. biochemical processes
c. control mechanisms
d. infectious diseases and infection control
e. dysfunctions and common diseases
Relate biomedical diagnostic and treatment approaches to TCM practice:
a. diagnosis and treatment methods
b. pharmacology
Integrate TCM and biomedical concepts:
a. Relate biomedical information concerning patient’s condition and treatment to TCM state
of health.
b. Communicate TCM diagnostic and treatment information for use by other health-care
workers, and to third parties.
Year 1, Year 2, & Year 3 Diagnostics and Treatment
Establish priorities for assessment and treatment planning:
a. Identify chief complaint.
b. Initiate assessment based upon chief complaint.
c. Recognize conditions that require urgent medical treatment and direct patient
appropriately.
d. Modify assessment strategy based upon emerging information.
e. Initiate collaboration, consultation or referral as appropriate.
Assess patient:
a. Collect information using wang zhen (TCM diagnostic inspection method).
b. Collect information using wen zhen (TCM diagnostic inquiry method).
c. Collect information using wen zhen (TCM diagnostic auscultation and olfaction methods).
d. Collect information using qie zhen (TCM diagnostic palpation method).
e. Measure vital signs.
f. Conduct relevant non-invasive physical examination.
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Analyze assessment information:
a. Organize and interpret the collected information using the following TCM syndrome
differentiation methods:
i. ba gang bian zheng (eight principles differentiation)
ii. zang-fu bian zheng (organ theory differentiation)
iii. wu xing bian zheng (five elements differentiation)
iv. san jiao bian zheng (triple warmer differentiation)
v. wei qi ying xue bian zheng (four levels differentiation)
vi. liu jing bian zheng (six stages differentiation)
vii. qi xue jin ye bian zheng (qi, blood, body fluid differentiation)
viii. bing yin bian zheng (pathogenic factors differentiation)
ix. jing luo bian zheng (meridian differentiation)
b. Incorporate information obtained from biomedical diagnostic data and medical and
health history.
c. Make TCM diagnosis.
Establish treatment plan based on diagnosis:
a. Determine treatment goals and strategies.
b. Take into account precautions and contraindications.
c. Adapt treatment according to patient characteristics and needs.
d. Select appropriate points, point combinations and/or treatment areas.
e. Select appropriate course of acupuncture treatment and therapeutic modalities.
Provide acupuncture treatment:
a. Adapt clinical setting to enhance comfort and safety.
b. Position patient for treatment.
c. Locate selected points on patient.
d. Apply treatment techniques.
e. Monitor and respond to patient condition during treatment.
Monitor effectiveness of treatment plan and modify where necessary:
a. Evaluate effectiveness of treatment plan on an ongoing basis.
b. Modify treatment plan to enhance effectiveness.
Educate and counsel patient:
a. Explain etiology and pathogenesis of condition.
b. Explain TCM concepts as they apply to patient condition.
c. Inform patient of possible side effects and reaction to treatment.
d. Advise patient on yu fang and yang sheng (prevention and health preservation).
e. Counsel patient on compliance with treatment recommendations.
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Year 1, Year 2, Year 3- Acupuncture Techniques
Perform needling:
a. Perform filiform needling.
b. Perform dermal (plum blossom, seven star) needling.
c. Perform intradermal tack needling.
d. Perform three edge needling.
Perform moxibustion:
Perform direct moxibustion:
a. Perform direct moxibustion.
b. Perform indirect moxibustion.
c. Perform needle warming moxibustion.
Perform treatment utilizing supplementary devices:
a. Perform stimulation using heat lamps.
b. Perform stimulation using electro-acupuncture devices.
Perform cupping.
Perform tui na.
Safety
Evaluate patient risk profile:
a. Determine risk profile relative to acupuncture treatment.
Provide a safe working environment:
a. Maintain current knowledge of communicable diseases and infection control techniques.
b. Apply universal precautions for infection control.
c. Ensure effective supervision of staff and/or students.
d. Inspect facilities on a regular basis for electrical hazards, fire risk and physical hazards that
may cause accidents, and take action to minimize.
e. Establish procedures and route for emergency evacuation of facilities.
f. Establish procedures to maximize protection of self, staff and patients in the event of abusive
or violent behaviour.
Manage risks to patients:
a. Include safety precautions in herbal treatment plan.
b. Manage adverse reactions and accidents resulting from treatment.
c. Respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
d. Manage blood-to-blood contact and provide direction for post exposure follow-up.
e. Clean spills of blood and other body fluids.
f. Control and extinguish small fires.
Ensure that equipment is safe and functional:
a. Select equipment that enhances patient safety.
b. Maintain equipment in good working order.
c. Clean and equipment regularly, and disinfect as appropriate.
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Diploma of Osteopathy Manual Practitioner
GRADUATION, DESIGNATION
Following successful completion of all modules, the student is presented with a Diploma in
Osteopathic Manual Practitioners. The OSO uses the term Manual Practice to distinguish it from
medical practice that is reserved for those Osteopaths who have trained in the United States as
physicians.
Osteopathic Program Schedule
The Diploma of Osteopathic Manual Practice modular program is comprised of 14 modules.
Each module is 3 full days comprised of theory and clinical trainings. Classes are available in both
campuses of the school in Markham and Mississauga.
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a form of drug-free non-invasive manual medicine that focuses on total body
health by treating and strengthening the musculoskeletal framework, which includes the
joints, muscles and spine. It aims to positively affect the body's nervous, circulatory and
lymphatic systems.
Why to choose Ontario School of Osteopathy & Alternative Medicine?
Our graduates receive qualifications in Osteopathy accredited program under the World
Health Organization guidelines.
We are the only osteopathy college that prepares you for real life situations so you will
graduate job-ready and in demand. During your study, you will learn about how the human
body works from many different perspectives, how to detect even the smallest
misalignment and how to understand the roots of many common conditions.
The students will learn a lot of techniques since they will be dealing with real patients at our
student clinic. Our senior students provide treatment under supervision of a qualified and
registered practitioner.
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Is Osteopathy a Regulated Profession in Ontario?
At one time, the College of Osteopaths of
Ontario regulated Osteopaths. Expenses were
handled the same way as chiropractic and
podiatric services: they were covered by OHIP
up to a maximum amount; group benefit plans
covered the balance of the claim. When the
College disbanded in the early 1990s, OHIP
stopped covering the services of new
osteopathic practitioners since they were no
longer a regulated health profession in Ontario.
There has been other attempt to regulate the
profession again but none have yet been
successful. It is very difficult to predict when
again osteopathy will become a regulated
health care profession.
List of Osteopathy Modules:
List of Module:
Module 1 - Osteopathic Examination Skills: Palpation and Assessment I
Module 2 - Osteopathic Examination Skills: Palpation and Assessment II
Module 3 - Principles of Osteopathic Techniques I
Module 4 - Principles of Osteopathic Techniques II
Module 5 - Head Diagnosis and Treatment - Cranial Osteopathy
Module 6 - Cervical Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 7 - Thoracic and Costal Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 8 - Lumbar Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 9 - Sacral Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 10 - Pelvic Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 11 - Abdominal and Visceral Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 12 - Upper Extremities Osteopathic Diagnosis and
Module 13 - Lower Extremities Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Module 14 - Pediatric Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
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Osteopathy Modules Description:
Module 1 - Osteopathic Examination Skills: Palpation and Assessment I
&
Module 2 - Osteopathic Examination Skills: Palpation and Assessment II
These module will review clinical procedures for interviewing an Osteopathic patient, physical
assessment according to Orthopedic Principles, neurological assessment, and bio-mechanical
assessment, all within the framework of “form and function are interrelated” model of classical
Osteopathy. The student will learn how to identify patterns of symptoms by palpation according
to Osteopathic principles.
Palpation is especially important to osteopathic
manipulative diagnosis and treatment because it
is fundamental to functional and structural
evaluation. Two of the essentials of effective
practice are palpatory skill in locating and
defining somatic dysfunctions and manipulative
skill to appropriately treat them. The art of
palpation requires discipline, time, patience and
practice. To be most effective and productive,
palpatory findings must be correlated with
knowledge of functional anatomy, physiology,
and pathophysiology. The development of
palpation skills is fundamental to become an
osteopathic practitioner and will be an essential element of the curriculum.
The other topics which will be reviewed in these modules are:
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General introduction to the history and philosophy of osteopathy
Basic principles of biomechanics
Barrier concept
Ergonomics in Osteopathy
The assessment of Posture and Gait
Osteopathic assessment
Models of osteopathic care
Diagnostic Medical imaging & Lab Tests for the Osteopathic Practitioner
Module 3 - Principles of Osteopathic Techniques I
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Module 4 - Principles of Osteopathic Techniques II
Main topics of these 2 modules:
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Indirect Techniques
direct Techniques
Combined Techniques
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The students will learn:
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Muscle Energy Technique (MET)
Myofascial Release
Oscillatory Osteoarticular Release
Still technique
Chapman Reflexes
Traction Treatment
Classification of osteopathic treatment techniques
1. Muscle Energy Technique
 Principles of neurophysiology
 Muscle spindle reflex
 Golgi tendon reflex
 Reciprocal Inhibition
 Crossed extensor reflex
 Principles of Muscle Energy Technique
 Respiratory Assistance
 Oculocephalogyric Reflex
 MET for individual muscles
2. Fascia and Myofascial Release
 Cellular physiology
 Classification of connective tissues
 Structure of connective tissues
 Types and functions of fascial systems
 Fascial patterns according to Zink
 Myofascial Release Technique
 Regional and local stretch
 Longitudinal, transverse and combined stretch
 Diaphragm release
3. Techniques of Still
4. Chapman reflexes
 Distinguishing characteristics
 Clinical applications
5. Counterstrain
 Physiologic basis
 General rules
 Basic Steps
 Location and treatment of common anterior and posterior cervical tender points
 Location and treatment of common anterior and posterior thoracic tender points
 Location and treatment of common anterior and posterior lumbar tender point
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6. Facilitated Positional Release
 Physiologic basis
 General rules
 Basic Steps
 Tissue Texture Change Treatment
 Intervertebral Motion Restriction Treatment in cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine
7. Oscillatory Techniques
 Harmonic technique
 Facilitated Oscillatory Release
 Harmonic versus rhythmic techniques
 Pendular and spring mechanisms
 Harmonic technique as manual therapy
 General rules
 Oscillatory Techniques for different body masses
8. Ligamentous Articular Strain (LAS) and Balanced Ligamentous Tension (BLT)
 Physiologic basis
 General rules
 Basic Steps
 Ligamentous Articular Strain treatment for individual regions of the body
Module 5 - Head Diagnosis and Treatment - Cranial Osteopathy
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Primary Respiratory Mechanism
Theories & Research of Craniosacral Motion’s Mechanism
Osteopathic Cranial Assessment General Cranial Counturs Soft Tissue Assessment including:
a) Temporomandibular area
b) Suboccipital triangle
c) Floor of the mouth and submandibular region
Sutural Assessment
a) skull resilience
b) suture compression
c) suture stretching
Craniosacral motion assessment
TMJ Palpation and Motion testing
Cranial Base Dysfunction
Craniosacral system (including individual bones) motion patterns
Examination of vestibular and coordination functions of CNS:
a) Romberg’s test
b) Hautant’s test
c)Oculostatic reflex
d)Coordination Exam
Treatment techniques:
a)Muscle Energy Techniques for cranial muscles
b) Sutural V-Spread
c)Disengagement techniques
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Review of major medical conditions in the cranial area with differential diagnosis of:
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Headache
Postconcussional Disorder (PCD)
Vertigo
TMJ Disorder
Cranial approach in Pediatric Osteopathy
Cranial Base Dysfunctions’ Releases
Mobilization of cranial bones including:
Temporals, Maxilla, Frontal, Parietals, Occiput
Mobilization of TMJ, orbits, sinuses
Osteopathic treatment of cranial nerves (CNI-XII)
Cranial Osteopathy Clinical Applications
Module 6 - Cervical Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
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Clinical biomechanics of the spine
- Biomechanics of the cervical spine with Fryette spinal mechanics principles
- Embryological origins of the topographical and functional anatomy of a spinal cord
segment
- Osteopathic assessment of cervical region
General assessment
Intersegmental motion testing
- Osteopathic structural diagnosis
- Osteopathic techniques for cervical region:
Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of cervical region
Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of cervical region
Functional Technique for the treatment of cervical region
Counterstrain for the treatment of cervical region
Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of cervical region
Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of cervical region
Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of cervical region
Techniques of Still for the treatment of cervical region
Module 7 - Thoracic and Costal Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
- Screening tests
- Thoracic tender points
- Thoracic motion testing
- Thoracic Somatic Dysfunction
- Rib angle palpation
- Rib tender points
- Rib motion testing
- Thoracic/rib diagnosis using inherent motion
- Rib Somatic Dysfunction
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Osteopathic techniques for thoracic region and ribs:
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Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Functional Technique for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Counterstrain for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
Techniques of Still for the treatment of thoracic region and ribs
- Exercises for thoracic region and ribs
Module 8 - Lumbar Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
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- Screening tests
- Palpation and Motion testing
- Thoracolumbar somatic dysfunction
- Osteopathic techniques for lumbar region:
Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of lumbar region
Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of lumbar region
Functional Technique for the treatment of lumbar region
Counterstrain for the treatment of lumbar region
Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of lumbar region
Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of lumbar region
Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of lumbar region
Techniques of Still for the treatment of lumbar region
- Exercises for lumbar region
Module 9 - Sacral Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
- Screening tests
- Sacrum motion tests
- Sacrum somatic dysfunction diagnosis
- Osteopathic techniques for sacral region:
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Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of Sacral region
Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of Sacral region
Functional Technique for the treatment of Sacral region
Counterstrain for the treatment of Sacral region
Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of Sacral region
Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of Sacral region
Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of Sacral region
Techniques of Still for the treatment of Sacral region
- Exercises for sacral region
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Module 10 - Pelvic Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
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Pelvic types and Biomechanics of the pelvis
Gate Pelvic Motion
The Pelvis During Pregnancy
Radiography of the pelvis
Embryological origins of the topographical and functional pelvic anatomy
Autonomic nervous system
Peripheral nervous system
Pathology of pelvic region
Inflammatory processes (osteoarthritis, gynecologic, urologic etc.)
Pathology of pelvic ligaments
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and a tender coccyx
Short Leg Syndrome
Post-traumatic changes
Oncology
Somatic dysfunction at the sacroiliac joint
Iliosacral Somatic Dysfunction
Anterior ilial rotation
Posterior ilial rotation
Superior innominate shear
Inferior innominate shear
Sacroiliac Somatic Dysfunctions
Forward sacral torsions
 Left on left sacral torsion
 Right on right sacral torsion
Backward sacral torsions
 Left on right sacral torsion
 Right on left sacral torsion
Unilateral sacral flexions
 Left unilateral sacral flexion
 Right unilateral sacral flexion
Bilateral sacral flexion dysfunction
Bilateral sacral extension dysfunction
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Osteopathic assessment of pelvic region: Examination and Motion Testing
Osteopathic structural diagnosis
Osteopathic techniques for pelvic region:
Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of pelvic region
Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of pelvic region
Osteoarticular Techniques for the treatment of pelvic region
Counterstrain for the treatment of pelvic region
Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of pelvic region
Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of pelvic region
Techniques of Still for the treatment of pelvic region
Exercises for pelvic region
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Module 11 - Abdominal and Visceral Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
- Viscerosomatic reflexes
- Thoracolumbar temperature
- Thoracolumbar tissue texture
- Thoracolumbar red reflex
- Visceral autonomic innervation
- Chapman point palpation
Osteopathic techniques for abdominal and visceral regions:
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Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Functional Technique for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Counterstrain for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
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Techniques of Still for the treatment of abdomen and viscera
- Exercises for abdominal and visceral regions
Module 12 - Upper Extremities Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
- Screening tests
- Motion testing
- Upper extremity Somatic Dysfunction
- Neurological exam for upper extremity
- Osteopathic techniques for upper extremity:
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Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of upper extremity
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Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of upper extremity
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Functional Technique for the treatment of upper extremity
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Counterstrain for the treatment of upper extremity
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Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of upper extremity
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Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of upper extremity
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Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of upper extremity
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Techniques of Still for the treatment of upper extremity
- Exercises for lower extremity
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Module 13 - Lower Extremities Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
- Screening tests
- Lower extremity palpation
- Hip range of motion
- Lower extremity Somatic Dysfunction diagnosis
- Osteopathic techniques for lower extremities:
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Muscle Energy Techniques for the treatment of lower extremity
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Soft Tissue Techniques for the treatment of lower extremity
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Functional Technique for the treatment of lower extremity
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Counterstrain for the treatment of lower extremity
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Faciliatated Positional Release for the treatment of lower extremity
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Oscillatory Techniques for the treatment of lower extremity
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Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques for the treatment of lower extremity
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Techniques of Still for the treatment of lower extremity
- Exercises for lower extremities
Module 14 - Pediatric Osteopathic Diagnosis and Treatment
Paediatrics presents a general overview of paediatric conditions seen in osteopathic practice
and the differential diagnosis and assessment of the common problems of infancy, childhood
and adolescence. This includes health maintenance, disease prevention, the early diagnosis and
osteopathic treatment of common childhood conditions and diseases, and referral where
appropriate. Emphasis is on the development of a healthy lifestyle at an early age.
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The pediatric osteopathic practice
Normal development and pathology of prenatal period
Normal and pathological birth process and its effect on child
Normal development and pathology of postnatal period
Osteopathic assessment of the infant and toddler
Osteopathic assessment of the preschooler and schoolchild
Psychological aspects in Pediatrics
Pediatric systemic dysfunctions
 Musculoskeletal system
 Respiratory system
 Gastrointestinal system
 Nervous system
9. Ortodontics
10. An osteopathic treatment approach in pediatrics.
Please contact the school to schedule a free trial class!
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The Prerequisite Certificate Courses
The Prerequisite Certificate Courses are designed for students who would like to learn more
about the body for personal interest, or as a return to study, or to provide a foundation for
further studies in the health sciences - bridging a gap between the health sciences and the
previous studies.
By completing each course the student will receive a certificate
from Ontario School of Osteopathy.
Anatomy and Physiology Certificate Course:
Enroll in this course if you would like to learn the key ideas about
how the human body works, and how its function is related to its
structure.
You may want to study this for personal interest, or as a return to
study, or to provide a foundation for further studies in the health
sciences - bridging a gap between the health sciences and your
previous studies if these did not include Physiology and Anatomy.
List of Modules:
- Organization of the Body Skeletal System
- Muscular System
- Review of Body Landmarks
- Heart and Blood Vessels (Cardiology)
- Respiratory System (Pulmonology)
- Digestive System (Gastroenterology)
- Urinary System
- Endocrine System
- Reproductive System (Females and Males)
- Integumentary System (Skin and Appendices)
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The modules are delivered in-class (usually weekend and evening classes) and also all the
registered students will have access to our library for the videos of all the modules. We have
summary videos of classes in which you will learn the general Anatomy and functions of body
organs. We also have videos in longer length in which you can learn the human body Anatomy
and Physiology in details (as detailed as a medical university education)
Pathology Certificate Course:
In this course you will learn the key ideas about what are the diseases of human body in each
system and how they develop.
You may want to study this for personal interest, or as a return to study, or to provide a foundation
for further studies in the health sciences - bridging a gap between the health sciences and your
previous studies if these did not include Pathology.
Note: You must complete "Anatomy and Physiology" course before you start this certificate
course.
List of Modules:
- General Pathology, Inflammation and Infection
- Musculoskeletal diseases (Rheumatologic disorders)
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Respiratory System diseases
- Digestive System diseases
- Urinary System diseases
- Endocrine System diseases
- Reproductive System (Females and Males) disorders
- Integumentary System (Skin and Appendices) diseases
The modules are delivered in-class (usually weekend and evening classes) and also all the
registered students will have access to our library for the videos of all the modules. We have
summary videos of classes in which you will learn about the diseases. We also have videos in
longer length in which you can learn the human pathology in details (as detailed as a medical
university education)
Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology Certificate Course:
This course will teach the basics of human nervous system structure and also nervous system
diseases.
You may want to study this for personal interest, or as a return to study, or to provide a foundation
for further studies in the health sciences - bridging a gap between the health sciences and your
previous studies if these did not include Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology.
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List of modules:
- Organization of Nervous System
- Synaptic Transmission & Neurotransmitters
- Brain and Cortical Structure
- Action Potential
- Peripheral Nerves
- Cranial Nerves
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Somatosensory Systems
- Motor Systems: Lower Motor and Lower Motor Neurons
- Visual System and Anatomy of Eye
- Auditory System and Anatomy of Ear
- Vestibular System
- Olfaction & Taste
- Memory
- Nervous System Disorders
The modules are delivered in-class (usually weekend and evening classes) and also all the
registered students will have access to our library for the videos of all the modules. We have
summary videos of classes in which you will learn the topics of Neuroanatomy and
Neurophysiology briefly. There are also videos in longer length in which you can learn these topics
in details (as detailed as a medical university education)
Prerequisite Certificate Courses
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
We are committed to building our ongoing relationship with past students and building
connections with new students - that is why are dedicated to offering the best continuing
education programs that promote your professional growth.
A Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is a unit of credit equal to hours spent in participation
in an accredited program designed for professionals with certificates or licenses to
practice various professions.
For example, Registered Massage Therapists are required to collect a minimum of 30
CEUs from November 1st of the first year until October 31st of the third year. OSO offers
are variety of relevant CEU courses to help RMTs in fulfill their CEU requirements.
At OSO, we offer a variety of continuing education workshop and courses that can
benefit Licensed Health Care Professionals and Natural Health Practitioners. Such as,
Massage Therapists, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors, Physiotherapist, Naturopathic Doctors,
Nurses, Occupational Therapist and Manual Practitioners, Kinesiologist, Reflexologist etc.
Our programs provide our students with both hands-on experience and practical theory
based seminars (both online and in-class) taught by industry experts. Always confirm that
your training will be recognized by your healthcare association or regulatory body you
are registered or licensed with prior to registering for the course.
Please visit our site for the most recent and up-to-date Continuing Education Programs
available. The next few pages will go over some of the courses we specialize in, however
new programs are always added online.
Continuing Education (CEUs)
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Certified Acupressure Practitioner 2-Day Course
Acupressure is an ancient healing art. Finger pressure is used on key points to stimulate the body's
natural self-healing ability. There are different methods of Acupressure. Each type has a distinctive
characteristic that incorporates unique ways of touching and interacting with clients. We use "Shiatsu
approach" in Acupressure in our 2-day course.
What is Shiatsu?
"Shiatsu" is a Japanese word meaning "finger pressure" a form of therapy of Japanese origin based
on the same principles as acupuncture, in which pressure is applied to certain points on the body
using the hands.
In this course we will...
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Learn how to "listen with our hands" and "know" body through a sensitive and gentle touch
Approach the healing process through the experience of a heightened sense of awareness,
feeling and "knowing" intuitively what is needed in the present moment.
Learn and apply essential skills for approaching another person, a situation, or even our
mental and emotional processes with a balanced, focused, attentive, open and intuitive
attitude.
Learn how to ground ourselves, to focus and center our minds, to direct our attention and
awareness.
Develop a touch that knows precisely what is there under our hands, and knowing how to
touch others in a way that will make the physical work beneficial, wholesome and healing.
Learn how to integrate Shiatsu into a Chair Massage.
Exhibit good work habits, safe practice, maintain sanitary working environments and
good personal hygiene.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Certified Acupressure Practitioner - Course Outline
Day 1 (5 hours):
(Part I)
- What Is Shiatsu Massage
- Benefits of Chair Massage
- What to Expect in a Session
- Communication & Ethics
- Introduction of Major muscle groups of the body
- General Assessment
- Contraindications to massage
(Part II)
Introduction to Basic Shiatsu Massage Techniques &
Practice:
- How to position your patient on the ground.
- Demonstration of Shiatsu Massage including Basic
techniques
- Group Practice
Day 2 (5 hours):
(Part I)
- Review of Basic Shiatsu technique &
practice
- Introduction to Basic Shiatsu
techniques & practice
(Part II)
- Advance Techniques
- Thai Stretches
- Acupressure
- Yoga Stretches
(Part III)
- Shiatsu Chair Massage
- Basic Shiatsu techniques
- Acupressure techniques
- Thai Stretches
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Anatomy Review and Cadaver Lab
What is Cadaver lab?
The cadaver lab experience is an excellent way to get
hands-on visual involvement in an anatomy lab. You will
learn the parts of the body, re-fresh your existing knowledge
and memorize human anatomy in a unique way. There is no
substitute for actually seeing the structure of the human
body, the bones, the nerves, the muscles and more.
This invaluable experience will allow for medical and health
care professionals to get hand-on real body experience that
is complementary to text-book knowledge.
At OSO We have great respect for individuals that have
donated their bodies to science for a learning experience for
health focused students.
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In-Class Anatomy Review Course* - Course Outline:
Day 1 & Day 2:
Reviewing the following modules via
online videos or in class:
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Upper Limb Muscles
Lower Limb Muscles
Abdominal Muscles
Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar
Muscles
Neck & Head Muscles
Major Bony Landmarks
Day 3:
At home study/review and Online
Videos
Day 4:
Cadaver Lab-practical review of all
anatomy & palpation
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Palpation of major muscles
Brief palpation of internal organs
Brief palpation of Nervous systems
* There are usually 4-5 cadavers available to study. Students are allowed to palpate all the muscles,
internal organs and nervous system under supervision of the instructor.
Using any sort of camera in the cadaver lab is prohibited.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Certified Chair Massage Practitioner - (C.M.P)
2-Day Course
Upon successful completion of this program the
student will be able to:
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Display good knowledge of the structures and
functions of the human body and how it is
affected by chair massage
Describe various conditions that may be
encountered in chair massage
Describe cautions and contraindications for
chair massage
Demonstrate skills in performing chair massage
sessions of varying duration
Exhibit good work habits, safe practices,
maintaining sanitary working environments and
good personal hygiene
Develop professional standards and
commitment to ethics
Develop effective communication skills for use
with clients and other healthcare professionals
Competent in customizing the chair massage
sessions to meet the unique needs
and preferences of individual clients.
Know the necessary skills to plan, develop and
operate a successful business
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Certified Chair Massage Practitioner (C.M.P) - Course Outline
Day 1 (4 hours):
(Part I)
- What Is Chair Massage
- Benefits of Chair Massage
- What to Expect in a Session
- Communication & Ethics
- Introduction of major muscle groups of
the body
- General Assessment
- Health History Intake Form
- Contraindications to massage
(Part II)
- Introduction to Basic Chair Massage
Techniques & Practice
* How to position your patient on the
chair
* Demonstration of Chair Massage
including General and Stimulating
techniques
- Group Practice
Day 2 (4 hours):
(Part I)
- Introduction to Advanced Chair Massage
Techniques including:
* Trigger Point Release
* Acupressure & Shiatsu Techniques
* Thai Massage & Yoga Stretches
* Osteopathic Techniques (Tender Points, Muscle
Energy, Facilitated Positional Release)
* Deep Tissue
- Group Practice
(Part II)
- Career Opportunities
- Business essentials
* Advertising
* Networking
* Trade shows
* Corporate clients
* Business Start Up tips
* Designing a website
* Social Media (Facebook, Google+ and Twitter)
* Email and Mail campaigns
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Myofascial Release Workshop
What is Fascia?
The fascia is a soft connective tissue located just under the skin. It wraps and connects the
muscles, bones, nerves and blood vessels all together. Muscle and fascia, together make up
what is called the myofascial system.
What are Fascial Lines (Meridians)?
The multiple layers of fascia fibers in different locations of the body follow some specific
directions that shape the posture of the body. Due to the direction of these fibers, some of
the body movements are easily possible to perform and some other movements are limited.
There are 13 known fascial lines (meridians) exist in the body. Knowing the direction of these
lines will assist the therapist to develop treatment and prescribe stretches to the patient with
a maximum effectiveness.
What is Fascial Restriction?
Any local injury on the fascia, disuse or not enough stretching will cause the fascia and the
underlying muscle tissues become stuck together. This is called an adhesion, and it results in
restricted muscle movement along with pain, soreness and reduced flexibility or range of
motion. In addition, this will cause pressure on the underlying structures, sometime up to 1800
pound per square inches.
Common causes of Fascia Restriction:
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Local trauma,
Inflammation
Immobilization (lack of stretching)
Surgery
Overuse
These restrictions cannot be detected in most Para clinic procedures such as: X-Ray, MRI, CT
Scan, Ultrasound or Blood tests, therefore, they can easily ignore or misdiagnosed for a long
period of time.
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What is Myofascial Release technique?
It is a safe and highly effective therapy for reducing pain, increasing the range of motion
and restoration of functions. These techniques were anciently used by variety of nations to
manage the pain, and recently discovered scientifically and is used widely as a part of
manual therapy by Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapists.
These techniques use gentle, sustained pressure on the soft tissues while applying traction to
the fascia. These techniques result in lengthening and softening (release) of the fascia, as
well as the breaking down of adhesion (scar tissue) between skin, muscles and bones, and
internal organs.
Myofascial Release - Course Outline
Day 1:
1. Introduction of Fascia and Myofascial system
2. Introduction of Myofascial Lines (Meridians)
3. Diagnosis of common conditions related to restricted Myofascial in foot, Knee and hip
areas
3. Myofascial Release Techniques to treat the conditions in foot, knee and hip areas
Day 2:
1. Diagnosis of common conditions related to restricted Myofascial in torso, shoulder and
head and neck areas
2. Myofascial Release Techniques to treat the conditions in torso, shoulder and head and
neck areas
Day 3:
1. Diagnosis and treatment of common conditions in elbow and wrist with Myofascial
release
2. Myofascial Release for local adhesions and scar tissues
3. Practical review of all the conditions
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Craniosacral Therapy 2-Day Course
The craniosacral system protects and supports the
brain and spinal cord (a.k.a. Central Nervous
System). This causes that the abnormalities in
Craniosacral system to effect on almost all the
other systems in the body via central nervous
system. This makes the Craniosacral Therapy so
important for different branches of
health professionals. The main concept of this
type of therapy is based on releasing fascial
restrictions in which cause interruption of flow in
the Craniosacral system.
In this course, you will learn how to normalize the
flow of this system and let the body begin its selfhealing process. This will also release the stress,
relieves the pain and also increases the resistance
of body against diseases.
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Learn the principles of Craniosacral
Therapy and how it relieves the pain
Learn the craniosacral rhythm and also
how to interpret its patterns in order to
evaluate its dysfunctions
Learn how to find the interruption in
Craniosacral system by examining the
fascial restrictions
Practice how to release dural restrictions to
enhance interactions between the central
nervous system and other systems of the
body
Treat some of the common conditions such
as TMJ dysfunction, head and neck pain,
disorders of central nervous system and
much more
Continuing Education (CEUs)
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT
Muscle Energy Technique 3-Day Course
What is Muscle Energy Technique?
Muscle Energy Technique (MET) was originally developed by Dr. Fred
Mitchell Osteopathic physician and his son Dr. Fred Mitchell, Jr. The
purpose of MET is utilize the patient’s muscle contractions and body
positioning to normalize joint moment. The theory behind MET is that if
a joint is not used to its full range of motion, it is likely that its overall
range of motion will minimize and it will be at a greater risk of strains
and injuries. A full and complete manual therapy system for using
MET, will allow for therapists to evaluate and treat joint restrictions of
areas: Lower Limbs, Hip and Trunk and Upper Limbs of the body.
How does Muscle Energy Technique work?
Muscle energy is a direct and active technique; meaning it engages a restrictive barrier and requires
the patient's participation for maximal effect. During a typical Muscle Energy Technique session, the
patient is asked to contract a muscle in the affected area for approximately five seconds while
overcoming a resistance to this contraction which is applied by the therapist. The set of contractions
helps to stretch and lengthen the contracted or spastic muscle. MET also helps strengthen the muscle
group in a specific area; increases range of motion and relieve pain.
Benefits of using Muscle Energy Technique
Muscle Energy Technique is used to treat patients who have limited range motion due to back, neck
and shoulder pain, scoliosis, sciatica, asymmetrical legs, hips or arms. It can also benefit patients in
treating joint stiffness, muscle pain and injury. MET is used as a tool diagnose and identify restrictions in
range of motion and help correct these restrictions. During our 3-Day course you will learn the different
techniques of MET and how to use them for patients and clients effectively in a safe way.
Muscle Energy Technique - Course Outline
Day 1:
MET For Lower Limb
(Foot, Ankle, Knee, and Thigh Muscles)
Day 2:
MET For Hip & Trunk
(Hip Abnormalities, Vertebra, Ribs, and Necks)
Day 3:
MET For Upper Limb
(Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand)
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First Aid and CPR courses
(4 CEUs Category A)
We are an authorized provider of the
Canadian Red Cross Society.*
* Our CPR and First Aid course are offered
by our partner Shiraz Academy of Wellness
Ontario School of Osteopathy is a great place to find initial training course,
renewal courses, and continue education courses for health care providers. Our
First Aid and CPR courses are pre-requisites for many health and safety programs
such as Dentistry, Chiropractor, Physiotherapy, RMT (Registered Massage
Therapist), nursing, daycare, P.S.W., teaching and policing.
Contact us today for upcoming CPR course schedule and to register.
CPR & First Aid
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CPR & First Aid
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Student Referral Program
Our most valuable assets are our quality of service and the
"Word of Mouth" referrals.
Did you know that over 70% of our students first learn about
our college through a referral? We encourage you to join in
inviting more students to our college who would benefit from
our educational programs.
To find more information about our programs,
CONTACT US TODAY
Contact Us:
Phone: (905) 770 - 0266
Fax: (289) 805 – 1263
Email: [email protected]
www.osteopathycollege.com
Markham Campus and Clinic:
50 Mcintosh Dr., Unit 143,
Markham, ON L3R 9T3
(Woodbine & Highway 7)
Mississauga Campus and Clinic:
1550 South Gateway Rd., Unit 350
Mississauga, ON L4W 5G6
(Dixie and Eglinton)