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   Qualities needed

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Qualities NeededTo be a good osteopath requires a variety of skills. You will need to be:

  • able to draw on a range of learning experiences: clinical, classroom-based and self-managed
  • in possession of in-depth health-related knowledge from a variety of fields
  • committed to providing first-class care to each of your patients
  • able to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life
  • self-motivated to learn throughout your professional life and to develop your professional skills autonomously
  • able to work effectively in groups with colleagues and other professionals from different health care traditions
  • good at problem-solving, synthesising knowledge and helping others to learn
  • committed to continually refining the manual skills central to osteopathy
  • good at managing your own practice environment and professional life
  • keen to be an ambassador for osteopathy to your patients, other health care professionals and the general public

With these qualities and a BSO degree you can look forward to a rewarding career in primary health care.

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