The GOsC can provide support in the following ways:

We can help you navigate the OPS

The Osteopathic Practice Standards and supporting guidance provide a framework for osteopaths. GOsC can help you to navigate the standards to support you to make decisions based on your professional judgement. You can contact the standards team at standards@osteopathy.org.uk or 020 7357 6655 x240

We can support you to meet the requirements of the CPD scheme

GOsC provides a range of resources including workbooks and case studies free of charge to help you do your CPD. If you have questions about how to meet the requirements of the CPD scheme or you are struggling, we have a dedicated support service. You can contact CPD support at registration@osteopathy.org.uk or 020 7357 6655 x 231. As the regulator, we carry out verification and assurance checks on 10% of osteopaths each year. For osteopaths who have not completed the CPD requirements when we check, we also provide a specific support service to help them to complete their CPD cycle successfully.

We can put you in touch with others

Regional group leads: There are a number of regional groups that meet either online or in person and are run by volunteers. They can often signpost or support you on a range of issues including clinical, research and business skills. You can find a list of regional osteopathic groups and their contact details, where osteopaths can connect with each other, share experiences and learning, attend CPD sessions and arrange Peer Discussion Reviews on the o zone.

Finding a peer to support your CPD: The iO Peer Matching Platform could help you to find a peer.

Institute of Osteopathy: The Institute of Osteopathy (iO) is the professional membership organisation for osteopaths. The iO can provide support to members. You can contact the iO on its website or by phone at 01582 488455 or by email at: enquiries@iosteopathy.org

Postgraduate education providers and CPD organisations: There are a number of postgraduate education providers (including some undergraduate educational providers) and CPD organisations who may also be able to provide support to you. We can help signpost you to relevant organisations. Please contact the GOsC team at info@osteopathy.org.uk, by WhatsApp at 020 7046 0406 or by phone at 020 7357 6655 x242. Some CPD events are also listed on our CPD section. CPD events provide excellent opportunities to meet osteopaths and increase your professional networks.

National Council for Osteopathic Research: consider joining the NCOR Practice Based Research network – further information about joining is available on their website.

If you need financial support

Organisations such as Money Helper and Citizens Advice can provide resources and guidance to support people with financial concerns.