General Osteopathic Council
Osteopaths
General Osteopathic Council
Osteopathy House, London
# General Osteopathic Council
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) is the statutory regulator for osteopaths across the United Kingdom. Based in London, GOsC maintains professional standards and public protection within the osteopathic profession through rigorous governance and oversight.
As the regulatory body, GOsC maintains a publicly searchable Register of all qualified osteopaths legally permitted to practise in the UK. This register can be accessed by patient name, location, postcode or registration number, enabling the public to verify practitioner credentials and find registered osteopaths in their area.
GOsC sets and promotes Osteopathic Practice Standards that guide professional conduct and educational requirements. They investigate concerns raised about registered practitioners, protecting patients and maintaining public confidence in the profession. The Council actively works to prevent the misuse of the protected osteopathic title.
Beyond regulation, GOsC supports professional development through their CPD (Continuing Professional Development) scheme, offering resources, case studies and practical guidance to practising osteopaths. They engage with osteopathy students and practitioners through regular drop-in sessions and maintain ongoing dialogue with partner organisations and patient groups.
The organisation distinguishes itself through independent governance, lay representation on Council, and transparent annual reporting on concerns. Their commitment extends beyond enforcement to actively supporting high-quality patient care and professional excellence across the osteopathic sector.
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) is the statutory regulator for osteopaths across the United Kingdom. Based in London, GOsC maintains professional standards and public protection within the osteopathic profession through rigorous governance and oversight.
As the regulatory body, GOsC maintains a publicly searchable Register of all qualified osteopaths legally permitted to practise in the UK. This register can be accessed by patient name, location, postcode or registration number, enabling the public to verify practitioner credentials and find registered osteopaths in their area.
GOsC sets and promotes Osteopathic Practice Standards that guide professional conduct and educational requirements. They investigate concerns raised about registered practitioners, protecting patients and maintaining public confidence in the profession. The Council actively works to prevent the misuse of the protected osteopathic title.
Beyond regulation, GOsC supports professional development through their CPD (Continuing Professional Development) scheme, offering resources, case studies and practical guidance to practising osteopaths. They engage with osteopathy students and practitioners through regular drop-in sessions and maintain ongoing dialogue with partner organisations and patient groups.
The organisation distinguishes itself through independent governance, lay representation on Council, and transparent annual reporting on concerns. Their commitment extends beyond enforcement to actively supporting high-quality patient care and professional excellence across the osteopathic sector.
Services offered
Register search and verificationOsteopathic practice standards settingProfessional conduct investigationsContinuing professional development resourcesOsteopath training and registration guidancePublic complaint handlingCPD scheme administrationCouncil recruitment and governance