Chiropractors

Chiropractors must complete:

• Approximately three years of undergraduate studies
• A four-year program at a school accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education
• Written and practical exams through the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board

In order to practise in B.C., chiropractors must also be licensed by the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia. This process includes an exam. Once licensed, they must meet minimum continuing education standards every two years.

Workers coming to B.C.

Chiropractors who are certified by a regulator elsewhere in Canada can apply for the same certification from the regulator in B.C. Under the terms of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), most applicants who are transferring their credentials from elsewhere in Canada will not be required to complete additional training or testing. However, the B.C. regulator may ask applicants to provide further information, such as a letter of good standing, references or a criminal record check.

Workers who trained outside of Canada

Chiropractors who trained outside of Canada and have never received certification from a Canadian jurisdiction will likely need a full assessment. Most occupational regulators have a process for assessment and recognize internationally trained applicants. Contact the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia for details on how to apply for certification in B.C.

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Chiropractors help reduce patients’ pain, increase their function and improve their quality of life. Helping people provides chiropractors with a great deal of job satisfaction.

As part of treatment, chiropractors often give advice around nutrition and lifestyle. By being attentive to each patient’s unique physical, psychological and social circumstances, they can provide the most effective care.