What does a Osteopath do?

You treat body complaints using hands-on techniques.

What education does Osteopath require?

University of Applied Sciences (60 months)

How much does a Osteopath earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 70'000, mid ~CHF CHF 95'000 per year (approximate).

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Osteopath

Health & Medicine

Osteopaths treat functional disorders of the body using manual techniques. They take a holistic view of the person and treat complaints of the musculoskeletal system, internal organs and nervous system. The work requires a fine sense of touch and comprehensive anatomical knowledge.

Entry

~CHF 70'000

CHF 5'833/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 130'000

CHF 10'833/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration60 months

Your path to Osteopath

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation3–5 years

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

University of Applied Sciences3 years

Bachelor's degree

Optional: Master UAS1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Bachelor/Master

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Starting salary: CHF 70'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics4/10

🔬 Science7/10

💻 IT2/10

🔧 Manual9/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands7/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk1/10

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