Review of the Osteopathic Accreditation Standards- Consultation 1
Stage 1 for the review of the Accreditation Standards for Osteopathic Courses in Australia 2016 continues with consultation paper 1
The consultation paper outlines the aim, objectives, context of the review, and the process for consultation. Stakeholders are asked to provide feedback by answering the questions posed in the consultation paper.
Consultation stage 1 – submissions
AOAC received the following submissions in response to consultation stage 1. Synthesis of all written submissions and online survey data are provided in the AOAC Synthesis. The links below are public submissions and represent the views of the author and are not necessarily those of AOAC.
Consultation 1 has closed
Review of the Osteopathic Accreditation Standards – Consultation 2
Stage 2 for the review of the Accreditation Standards for Osteopathic Courses in Australia 2016 continues with consultation paper 2
The consultation paper outlines the aim, objectives, context of the review, and the process for consultation. Stakeholders are asked to provide feedback by answering the questions posed in the consultation paper.
Consultation occurs by:
- answering the online survey
- completing a formal written submission
The accreditation standards are reviewed inline with:
When completing a formal written submission please:
- complete the written submission form
- provide your file as a .docx or .pdf
- respond to the questions in the consultation paper, rather than provide a general response
- address your submission to Standards Review and lodge via email to standardsreview@osteopathiccouncil.org.au or mail to Standards Review, Australian Osteopathic Accreditation Council, GPO Box 400, Canberra City, ACT, 2601
Consultation opens Tuesday, 2 February 2021 and closes Wednesday, 17 March 2021
Please note, due to project timelines, extensions to the closing date cannot be considered.
Accreditation Standards
The accreditation standards define the knowledge, skills and professional attributes expected on graduation, and in broad terms how education and training should be provided. Quality accreditation standards are the foundation of AOAC’s accreditation process. The standards are reviewed over time to ensure they are contemporary and align with Australian and international best practice. AOAC accreditation standards are developed through extensive consultation with our stakeholders.
Program Accreditation
Please contact us to discuss your intention to submit an accreditation application. AOAC recommends you discuss your intent to launch a new program early in the planning phase to avoid delays with accreditation. Please note the Osteopathy Board of Australia’s (OsteoBA) approval process is separate to AOAC’s accreditation assessment. OsteoBA approval is essential for a program to lead to registration.