Chiropractic Educational Program
The course of study leading to the Doctor of Chiropractic designation at a chiropractic institution or program accredited by CCE(Can) requires a minimum of four academic years and includes internship in a teaching clinic.
The purpose of the curriculum at chiropractic institutions is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the structure and function of the human organism in health and disease. The curriculum must be designed and implemented in a manner supportive of the mission, goals and distinctiveness of the institution. The total curriculum must comprise of 4,200 50-minute hours. The curriculum must also be designed and implemented in a manner that will provide appropriate opportunities for the student to become proficient in the cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills necessary for the competent practice of chiropractic.
The Curriculum must include: anatomy; biochemistry; physiology; microbiology; pathology; public health; physical, clinical and laboratory diagnosis gynecology; obstetrics; pediatrics; geriatrics; dermatology; otolaryngology; diagnostic imaging procedures; psychology; nutrition/dietetics; biomechanics; orthopedics; physiological therapeutics; first aid and emergency procedures; research methods and procedures; professional practice ethics and other subjects appropriate to the mission, goals and distinctiveness of the institution or program.
Clinical internship is an important feature in the educational preparation of the chiropractor CCE (Can) has identified competencies to be achieved by students through the clinical experience component of their education.
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS
All CCE (Can) accredited institutions and programs offer postgraduate and continuing education programs.
CCE (CAN) ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS OR PROGRAMS
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Jean A. Moss, M.B.A., D.C., President
1900 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 3E6
(416) 482-2340 Fax (416) 482-9745
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