Preparatory Course
How does the course work?
The Preparatory Course is an innovative one-year programme designed to provide the foundations needed ahead of specialising in animal osteopathy.
Course details
- Duration: 1 year.
- Content: the course covers a wide range of subjects, including cytology, histology, anatomy and physiology of various systems (digestive, urinary, nervous, cardiovascular), embryology, physics, ethology, pain mechanisms, animal welfare, chiropractic, musculoskeletal pathology, research methodology, genetics, general medicine, endocrinology, and more.
- Format: the course is organised in distance-learning modules and two in-person seminars.
Complete foundations
A solid base in several aspects of veterinary medicine.
Versatile preparation
Ideal for those aiming to specialise in animal osteopathy or physiotherapy.
Integrated approach
A combination of theoretical and practical lessons.
Career opportunities
Provides the essential preparation to continue studies in animal osteopathy, opening the way to a range of professional opportunities in the veterinary field.
Lesson calendar
6–8 November 2026
18–20 December 2026
8–10 January 2027
5–7 February 2027
5–7 March 2027 – New class starts
2–4 April 2027
14–16 May 2027
4–6 June 2027
2–4 September 2027 – New class starts
1–3 October 2027
5–7 November 2027
10–12 December 2027
7–9 January 2028
4–6 February 2028
3–5 March 2028 – New class starts
31 March – 2 April 2028
5–7 May 2028
9–11 June 2028
8–10 September 2028 – New class starts
6–8 October 2028
3–5 November 2028
15–17 December 2028
To enroll or for more information about the course programme:
Teaching materials
The teaching materials, provided directly by Istituto ISAO and available on the dedicated portal, include:
- Supplementary handouts
- Summary notes
- In-depth webinars
- Practical tutorials
- Scientific research literature
In-person lessons also feature an interactive approach, with activities such as in-depth meetings, lab days with support tutors, field research and school events. A path that leads to the possibility of publication in the main journals of the field.
