A chiropractor assists in correcting spinal issues.
The study of chiropracty involves a focus on the manipulation of the spinal column. If damage is done to the skeletal system, through improper activity or injury, a Chiropractor can usually maneuver the spine into alignment. The study of chiropracty has existed for over 120 years, and for those wishing to obtain a higher degree in the discipline, the Doctor of Chiropractic degree is an option.
Logan College of Chiropractic
The Logan College of Chiropractic has been in existence for 75 years. It was founded by Hugh B. Logan in 1935, with a purpose of educating potential students in the field of chiropractic. The Doctor of Chiropractic Degree requires that its applicants have at least 90 credit hours of study. Potential students must also have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. A chiropractor, who holds a doctorate, must provide a letter of recommendation. Three reference letters are also required, along with a personal interview. Students must also supply an essay detailing their reason for wishing to gain acceptance into the program. There are also physical requirements, as the position involves the physical maneuvering of patients. Enrollment occurs in January, May, and September, annually. Students are requested to allow six months for application processing.
Logan College of Chiropractic
University Program
1851 Schoettler Rd.
Chesterfield, MO 63017-5529
800-782-3344
logan.edu
D'Youville College
D'Youville College's program is noted as being New York's first liberal arts program offering a doctorate of chiropractic program of its type. Its purpose is to provide its students with a biological sciences background, chiropractic practices, diagnostic instruction, and basic patient care. Students wishing to gain admittance may do so by entering a program that allows for the initial completion of a bachelor's degree in biology. The second option, for which a student must have completed 90 credits of college, with classes including, but not limited to, three credits in Psychology, six in English Language, and 15 credits in the Humanities or Social Science. Various science courses are also required. Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation, participate in an interview with department faculty, and submit GRE scores, if they are available.
D'Youville College
320 Porter Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14201
800-777-3921
dyc.edu
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic requires its applicants to have 90 college credits, with a 48 credit focus in required courses. Students must have 15 credits in the Humanities and Social Sciences, three credits in English, and three credits in Psychology, in addition to a variety of science courses. A grade point average of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0 is required, as well as a letter of recommendation from a faculty member and one from a doctor in the field. Students are required to submit an essay explaining their interest in the field, and may be requested to participate in an interview. Palmer College of Chiropractic offers study for Doctor of Chiropractic at three campuses, Davenport, Iowa, San Jose, California, and Port Orange, Florida. Students wishing to study in Iowa, can do so in March, July or November, while students interested in studying at the campuses in San Jose or Port Orange, can enroll in January, April, July or October.
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Florida Campus
4777 City Center Parkway
Port Orange, FL 32129
866-585-9677
palmer.edu
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