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OBC Courses
OsteopathyBC (OBC) hosts webinars and in-person courses every year. We are pleased to announce that the following OBC sponsored courses are now open to Osteopathic Practitioners affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths (CFO) as well as other non-OBC members. Check your eligibility. Please label your submissions clearly.
If you are an OBC member please log in to your account.
CFO Member Association registrants for webinars and in-person courses include:
Alberta Association of Osteopathic Manual Therapists (AAOMT)
Atlantic Professional Osteopathic Association (APOA)
College of Osteopaths of New Brunswick (CONB) (formally AONB)
Manitoba Association of Osteopathic Manual Therapists (MAOMT)
Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths (NSAO)
Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners (OAO)
Osteopathy Quebec (OQ)
Saskatchewan Association of Osteopaths (SAO)
Yukon Osteopathic Association (YOA)
Please provide proof of your membership with the above listed associations prior to registering for OBC courses. Go here to submit your certificate or a letter of good standing from your association.
Other non-OBC registrants for webinar qualifications
Provide proof of at least one of the following conditions:
- Graduation from a recognized Canadian school of osteopathy or an international school recognized by OIA-affiliated associations;
- If graduated from a part-time program in osteopathy, both osteopathic diploma and graduation from a recognized health degree program; OR
- Proof of current registration in an osteopathic regulatory body where the profession is regulated.
Other non-OBC registrants for in-person course qualifications
- All provide proof of a valid liability insurance for hands-on practice in the province of BC for the period of the course
In addition, provide proof of at least one of the following conditions:
- Graduation from a recognized Canadian school of osteopathy or an international school recognized by OIA-affiliated associations;
- If graduated from a part-time program in osteopathy, both osteopathic diploma and graduation from a recognized health degree program; OR
- Proof of current registration in an osteopathic regulatory body where the profession is regulated.
***Submit the required information and documentation here for review.***
Different rates apply for non-OBC members. If you are an OBC member, please log in to the Members Area for special member pricing.
Nutrition in Osteopathic Treatment
ID: TorsNut 92426
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: September 24 & 25, 2026 (Thursday & Friday)
Time: 7:30am - 1:30pm PT
Location: Online OBC webinar
Instructor: Torsten Liem, MSc (Ost), MSc (PaedOst), DO(DE), DPO
Non-member Cost: $390.00
Recording available: No
Pre-read/study: Reading Torsten's book available as ebook in English, specifically the section related to nutrition but also about the five osteopathic models and my general views related to Osteopathy and health. “Osteopathy - The self-help manual: Forever healthy: Exercises, tips & tricks for all body systems and organs” (English Edition)
Course Description
The majority of clients who consult us for osteopathic care often have more than one affected system. There is growing evidence to support that the food we eat impacts our overall health. In this course, we will learn whether and how our patient’s nutritional status may be contributing to their current health. This will, in turn, allow you to be better informed about referrals to other health professionals in the nutrition/dietary sector. We will be discussing the following 15 areas of nutrition from a holistic perspective:
- Low grade inflammation and sickness, Anti-inflammatory factors
- The importance of fats
- Sugar metabolism
- Insulin resistance and therapy resistance
- Cereals and their effect in the body
- Dairy products in the healing process
- Leaky gut
- Gut-microbiome-brain axis
- Influence of food and drink frequency
- Chronic low grade inflammatory reactions
- Further therapy suggestions
- Muscular and ligament injuries and nutrition
- Strategies to reduce postprandial inflammation reaction
- Strategies to reduce neuroinflammation
- Oxidants and antioxidants: mechanisms of action and treatment
For a detailed breakdown of the 2-day Curriculum.
Instructor Bio
Torsten Liem began his osteopathic training in 1989 and deepened his knowledge at renowned institutions such as the School of Classical Osteopathic Medicine (SKOM), the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), the University of Wales and Dresden International University (DIU). He completed his training in acupuncture at the Hospital for Traditional Chinese Medicine in Beijing, China. He also expanded his skills through further training in psychotherapy, NLP, trauma therapy and hypnosis.
- CEO of the Osteopathy School Germany
- Foundation of an osteopathic teaching clinic
- Foundation of a pediatric osteopathic teaching clinic
- Development of an M.Sc. program in pediatric osteopathy, an M.Sc. program in osteopathy and sports osteopathy
- Board of the German Society for Pediatric Osteopathy
- Board of Directors of the Osteopathic Research Institute gGmbH
- Member of the scientific advisory board of the “International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine” and the World Osteopathic Found.
- Foundation of the journal Osteopathic Medicine (Elsevier)
- Member of the World Osteopathic Health Organization, the American Academy of Osteopathy
- Board member of the VOSD and the Federal Working Group for Osteopathy
- Formerly registered with the General Osteopathic Council (England)
- Additionally trained in acupuncture at the Hospital for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing/China, in NLP and hypnosis and trauma therapy.
- Lecturer for various yoga styles, e.g. Kundalini, Ashtanga, Sivananda and Yin Yoga
- Current clinical trial for the treatment of athletes
- Teaches at numerous institutes and schools in Germany and abroad, e.g. in Russia (Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education, Institute of Osteopathic Medicine/St. Petersburg), England (Symposium, European School of Osteopathy/Maidstone), Argentina, Brazil, Canada, USA etc.
- Development of new osteopathic treatment approaches such as psychosomatic osteopathy and e.g. multimodal bifocal integration, etc.
- Numerous articles and book publications
How Cranial Nerve Input Informs Orofacial Development
ID: Ambomt 102226
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: October 22, 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm PT
Location: Online OBC webinar
Instructor: Amy Borst, DH, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist
Non-member Cost: $48.00
Recording available: Two weeks
Course Description
In this course you will learn the basics of how orofacial myofunctional disorders occur, their effects on the body both from a craniofacial standpoint and the trickle effect to the rest of the body. You will learn how some of these issues are assessed and treated by an orofacial myofunctional therapist and how you can support a patient going through that treatment from an osteopathic perspective.
Course covers the basics of oral and craniofacial development, what are orofacial myofunctional disorders and how they begin, cranial nerve testing and treatment, the facial connection of the tongue to the body, cost and outline of treatment, and how osteopathic treatments can aid orofacial myofunctional therapy.
Instructor Bio
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As a child, Amy Borst grew up with Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD’s). From a very early age, she had open mouth rest posture, a tongue thrust, and an anterior open bite. She suffered from poor concentration and difficulty breathing through her nose. After high school, still not knowing about OMD’s, she followed her dreams to becoming a Dental Hygienist.
Post dental hygiene school she reconnected with her childhood dentist who enlightened her to learn about OMD’s, something he had learned more about since her childhood years. She pursued further training with the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy in 2016 and opened Pearl OMT & Dental Hygiene in 2018. It is now her passion to help as many people as she can while educating the public and professionals about the benefits of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.
Artificial Intelligence in Osteopathic Practice: What It Is, How to Use It, and How to Use it Responsibly
ID: BrucDaI 120526
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: December 5, 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am PT
Location: Online OBC webinar
Instructor: Bruce Davidson, Enterprise Technology & AI Leader
Non-member Cost: $48.00
Recording available: Two weeks
Course Description
This 2-hour webinar gives osteopathic practitioners a practical, plain-language introduction to artificial intelligence in clinical settings. Participants will learn what AI tools actually do, how to communicate with them effectively, and how to adopt them without compromising patient safety, privacy, or professional accountability. The session combines short presentations with small-group practice activities and includes time for Q&A.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe what AI is and how it works, in plain language
- Identify opportunities where AI tools could support common tasks in osteopathic practice
- Apply prompt engineering principles to generate useful, clinician-appropriate AI output
- Recognize the core risks of AI use in clinical settings, including hallucinations, privacy exposure, bias, and accountability
- Recognize the governance and privacy obligations that apply to AI use in BC practice
Instructor Bio
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Enterprise technology and data leader with 20+ years delivering IT strategy, analytics platforms, and AI adoption programs in large, regulated organizations. Deep experience helping non-technical audiences understand complex technology — including AI — in practical, accessible terms. Has led AI/ML deployments in clinical healthcare settings, established AI governance frameworks, and currently shapes AI adoption strategy at RoleUp.one. Holds a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology Leadership certification from SFU's Beedie School of Business.