Introduction

Overseas practitioners (except for some Australian-registered practitioners) wishing to work in New Zealand must pass an entry examination. The examination comprises a practicum lasting approximately 3 hours and is held in Auckland, New Zealand. Information on applying to sit the examination can be found on the page Council Examinations.

If you are registered as an Osteopath in Australia (except for Western Australia) you should refer directly to the Registration information, as you do not need to pass an entry examination.

The Osteopathic Council has scheduled examinations at least once a month during the period February through to October.  The examination schedule is kept under review in the light of demand.  Demand for examination is usually high and it is unlikely that spaces will be available at short notice.  We recommend that you plan some months ahead and first check with the Registrar of the Council as to the next available date you can take the examination. Spaces will be allocated on receipt of a completed application form and fee.