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February 21, 2026
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Ethics and Ethical Standards for Osteopaths

Course Introduction:

Ethics and Ethical Standards for Osteopaths is a CPD-accredited course designed for osteopaths registered with the General Osteopathic Council who wish to strengthen ethical practice, professionalism, and regulatory compliance.

The course explores informed consent, patient safety, professional boundaries, record-keeping, safeguarding, advertising standards, and the duty of candour within osteopathic care, ensuring alignment with ethical and professional expectations.

It is particularly relevant for osteopaths completing continuing professional development (CPD), responding to complaints, or facing fitness to practise investigations.

Through practical guidance and structured reflection, participants will enhance ethical decision-making, demonstrate insight, and protect patient trust, professional reputation, and ongoing registration with the General Osteopathic Council.

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Course Content

Course Objectives
Course Objectives
Section 1: Overview of Ethics in Osteopathic Practice
1.1 What Is Healthcare Ethics in Osteopathic Practice
1.2 Evolution of Ethics in the Osteopathic Profession
1.3 Importance of Ethics in Osteopathic Care
1.4 Role of the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC)
1.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 2: Core Ethical Principles in Osteopathic Practice
2.1 Autonomy and Informed Consent
2.2 Beneficence – Acting in the Patient’s Best Interests
2.3 Non-Maleficence – Avoiding Harm
2.4 Justice – Fairness and Equality
2.5 Confidentiality and Data Protection
2.6 Reflective Quiz
Section 3: GOsC Standards and Professional Guidance
3.1 Overview of the Osteopathic Practice Standards (OPS)
3.2 Patient Safety, Communication, and Trust
3.3 Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
3.4 Complaints and Fitness-to-Practise Process
3.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 4: Professional Integrity and Duty of Candour
4.1 Honesty in Clinical Advice and Communication
4.2 Ethical Advertising and Marketing
4.3 Duty of Candour
4.4 Record-Keeping and Documentation
4.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 5: Patient-Centred Care and Shared Decision-Making
5.1 Respecting Patient Values and Preferences
5.2 Effective Communication in Osteopathic Practice
5.3 Informed Consent for Ongoing Care
5.4 Safeguarding and Vulnerable Patients
5.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 6: Professional Boundaries in Osteopathic Practice
6.1 Maintaining Appropriate Boundaries
6.2 Conflicts of Interest and Financial Transparency
6.3 Digital and Social Media Boundaries
6.4 Managing Inappropriate Behaviour
6.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 7: Breaches of Ethical Standards
7.1 Common Ethical Breaches
7.2 Consequences of Ethical Violations
7.3 GOsC Investigation Process
7.4 Remediation and Demonstrating Insight
7.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 8: Conclusion and Key Takeaways
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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