The Canadian Academy of Osteopathy

The Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) is a leader in osteopathic education in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2003 this institution is dedicated to training future osteopathic manual practitioners at the highest international standards. The CAO offers a rigorous 4,200-hour program that combines in-depth academic study with extensive hands-on training. The curriculum is built on osteopathic principles, emphasizing the relationship between structure and function, and providing students with a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. Students progress from foundational labs to advanced clinical practice, ultimately treating real patients in the school’s public charity clinic under professional supervision, in the final year of the program. The CAO is recognized for its commitment to excellence, having established the first Type 1 osteopathy program in Canada that aligns with the World Health Organization’s benchmarks. Its graduates are known for their high level of skill, clinical reasoning, and professionalism, making them leaders in the growing field of osteopathy.