LEGAL REFERENCES AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
The evolution of the osteopathic profession in Italy reached a decisive turning point with the agreement of the State-Regions Conference on 5 November 2020 (Presidential Decree N. 131 of 7 July 2021), which established and recognized osteopathy as a healthcare profession. Subsequently, with the publication of the Prime Ministerial Decree of May 22, 2026 (which implements the State-Regions Agreement of 18 December 2025), the training pathways, equivalencies, and provisions of the transitional regime were defined in detail.
Osteopathy Decree - Official Gazette
Special Lists and Eligibility Requirements
The Special Lists, which are subject to depletion, ensure continuity of employment and allow those already practicing the profession to regularize their status.
Note: The candidates enrolled in the special registries are required to take the Qualifying Exam within 6 years of enrollment.
| Candidate Profile | Minimum Requirements for Lists / Equivalency |
|---|---|
| Graduates of Osteopathy Schools (at least 3 years) |
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| Graduates in Healthcare Professions (or equivalent) + Qualification in Osteopathy |
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30 CFU SUPPLEMENTARY COURSE - LEARNING PATHWAY
| Course / Module | SSD | CFU |
|---|---|---|
| Scienze tecniche mediche e applicate | MED/50 | 2 CFU |
| Applied Physics | FIS/07 | 1 CFU |
| Internal Medicine | MED/09 | 2 CFU |
| Anesthesiology | MED/41 | 1 CFU |
| General Surgery | MED/18 | 1 CFU |
| General Hygiene | MED/42 | 3 CFU |
| Applied Medical Technical Sciences | MED/50 | 2 CFU |
| Pharmacology | BIO/14 | 1 CFU |
| Forensic Medicine | MED/43 | 2 CFU |
| Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Therapy | MED/36 | 1 CFU |
| Occupational Medicine | MED/44 | 1 CFU |
| Applied Dietetic Sciences | MED/49 | 2 CFU |
| Methods and Teaching Approaches in Physical Education | MEDF/01 | 2 CFU |
| Rheumatology | MED/16 | 1 CFU |
| Neurology | MED/26 | 1 CFU |
| Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System | MED/33 | 3 CFU |
| Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | MED/34 | 1 CFU |
| General and Specialized Pediatrics | MED/38 | 1 CFU |
| Applied Medical Technical Sciences | MED/50 | 2 CFU |
RECOGNITION OF A PREVIOUS ACADEMIC CAREER: candidates with a degree in a healthcare professions (physical therapy, nursing, physical education sciences, etc.) are eligible for recognition of their previous academic career. (see FAQ).
DETAILED ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Below is the detailed schedule of synchronous classes, including the specific supplementary courses, dates, days, times, duration, and course modules for the first part of the course:
| Supplementary Subject | Date | Day | Hour | Duration | Module / Discipline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presentazione corso | 09/10/2026 | Friday | 14:30 – 15:30 | 1h | Course Overview |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 16/10/2026 | Friday | 16:00 – 17:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 16/10/2026 | Friday | 17:00 – 18:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 16/10/2026 | Friday | 18:00 – 19:00 | 1h | Applied Physics |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 06/11/2026 | Friday | 16:00 – 17:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 06/11/2026 | Friday | 17:00 – 18:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Foundations of Scientific Knowledge | 06/11/2026 | Friday | 18:00 – 19:00 | 1h | Applied Physics |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 07/11/2026 | Saturday | 08:30 – 09:30 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 07/11/2026 | Saturday | 09:30 – 10:30 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 07/11/2026 | Saturday | 10:30 – 13:30 | 3h | General Hygiene |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 27/11/2026 | Friday | 14:00 – 15:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 27/11/2026 | Friday | 15:00 – 18:00 | 3h | General Hygiene |
| Healthcare Management in Prevention | 27/11/2026 | Friday | 18:00 – 19:00 | 1h | Applied Technical and Medical Sciences |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 28/11/2026 | Saturday | 09:00 – 10:00 | 1h | Pharmacology |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 28/11/2026 | Saturday | 10:00 – 11:00 | 1h | Diagnostica per immagini |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 28/11/2026 | Saturday | 11:00 – 12:00 | 1h | Forensic Medicine |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 28/11/2026 | Saturday | 12:00 – 13:00 | 1h | Forensic Medicine |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 18/12/2026 | Friday | 14:30 – 15:30 | 1h | Pharmacology |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 18/12/2026 | Friday | 15:30 – 16:30 | 1h | Forensic Medicine |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 18/12/2026 | Friday | 16:30 – 17:30 | 1h | Forensic Medicine |
| Toxicology and Forensic Medicine | 18/12/2026 | Friday | 17:30 – 18:30 | 1h | Diagnostica per immagini |
| Metodologie del trattamento funzionale | 19/12/2026 | Saturday | 08:30 – 09:30 | 1h | Methods and Teaching Approaches in Physical Education |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 19/12/2026 | Saturday | 09:30 – 10:30 | 1h | Methods and Teaching Approaches in Physical Education |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 19/12/2026 | Saturday | 10:30 – 11:30 | 1h | Occupational Medicine |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 19/12/2026 | Saturday | 11:30 – 12:30 | 1h | Applied Dietetic Sciences |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 19/12/2026 | Saturday | 12:30 – 13:30 | 1h | Applied Dietetic Sciences |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 08/01/2027 | Friday | 14:00 – 15:00 | 1h | Occupational Medicine |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 08/01/2027 | Friday | 15:00 – 16:00 | 1h | Methods and Teaching Approaches in Physical Education |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 08/01/2027 | Friday | 16:00 – 17:00 | 1h | Methods and Teaching Approaches in Physical Education |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 08/01/2027 | Friday | 17:00 – 18:00 | 1h | Applied Dietetic Sciences |
| Methodology of Functional Treatment | 08/01/2027 | Friday | 18:00 – 19:00 | 1h | Applied Dietetic Sciences |