The College of Osteopaths is a charitable trust that dates from 1948 and provides training leading to a Bachelor of Osteopathy degree. The course is flexibly delivered over 4 years. Lectures take place at the weekends allowing students to continue with full-time work until they complete their training. It is validated by the University of Derby. Uniquely, the course is offered in two locations in the United Kingdom; Borehamwood in Hertfordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The program has been accredited with Recognised Qualification status (RQ) by the national statutory regulatory body The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC).
The college operates 2 teaching clinics where osteopathic treatment is offered to all members of the local community at a subsidised rate. Clinics are based in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire; and Stoke-on-Trent. Treatment is provided and managed by senior students. All students attend clinic from year 1.