The OSNZ aims to develop and implement the following services.
CPD:
A structured Continued Professional Development programme (a compulsory requirement for OCNZ registration).
We will interact with OCNZ regarding your CPD status!! No more worrying about how many points you have accumulated!
Online reconciliation of your CPD activity.
Up to date National and International course and conference information.
We promote excellence in the practice of Osteopathy.
Insurance:
The OSNZ will negotiate the most competitive insurance rates with the most appropriate cover specifically for Osteopaths
Yellow Pages:
OSNZ will organise “block” area listings for the OSNZ members at a very competitive rate.
Graduate & New membership packs.
Will be developed
Educational Material:
Pamphlets posters and flyers etc
Advocacy and Confidential Reporting service
Annual Directory
Including calendar of events/educational courses/ AGMs (Both International and National)
Quarterly Publication
Academic Journal
Website
Interactive design
Forum for questions
Marketing
Promoting Osteopathy to the public and other allied health professionals
Raising the profile of Osteopathy both in the educational and public domains.
Liason with ACC, private health insurance providers, OCNZ, Local health providers and other osteopathic associations internationally.
Continued support and involvement in the UNITEC programme
Working towards a high profile at government level
The associations’ goal is to be accessible and inclusive of all Osteopaths
We are going to develop an educational relationship with the AOA to the benefit of the members.
Promote and support Osteopathic Research
Ensure representation at international forums.