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Chiropractic Associations |
American
Chiropractic Association
The American Chiropractic Association (A. C. A.), based in
Arlington, VA, is the largest professional association in the
world representing doctors of chiropractic. The A. C. A.
provides lobbying, public relations, professional and
educational opportunities for doctors of chiropractic, funds
research regarding chiropractic and health issues, and offers
leadership for the advancement of the profession |
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International Chiropractic
Association (I. C. A.)
Vision: To empower humanity in the expression of maximum
health, wellness and human potential through universal
chiropractic expression and utilization.
Mission: To advance chiropractic throughout the world as
a distinct health care profession predicated upon its unique
philosophy, science, and art.
Objectives: Maintain and promote chiropractic's unique
identity as a non-therapeutic, drugless and surgical-free health
science, based on its fundamental principles and philosophy.
Provide leadership in the establishment of chiropractic
licensure regulation in every nation and promote the quality and
authenticity of chiropractic education. Foster the professional
and technical development of the Doctor of Chiropractic through
programs of continuing education, research, political, and
social action. Encourage the highest professional, technical,
and ethical standards for the doctor of chiropractic while
safeguarding the professional welfare of its members. Champion
the principle that every citizen in the world has the right to
freedom of choice in health care and be able to choose
unhampered the doctor and the healing art of his/her choice.
Work harmoniously with other health care organizations and
governments in a global humanitarian effort to foster
chiropractic and spinal hygiene in the fields of family health
(including children, women, and the elderly), and occupational
health. Work for full inclusion of chiropractic in all public
and private health care delivery programs. |
State Chiropractic Associations
Every state in the Unites States has its own association. We
encourage anyone who is interested in an s state association to
Google search using key words, "State Chiropractors
Associations." These key words will lead you to numerous
websites organized and operated by the State Chiropractors
Association of your choice. |
Congress of Chiropractic State
Associations
The Congress of Chiropractic State Associations was
formed in the late 1960’s and is a not-for-profit organization
consisting of state chiropractic associations. The mission of
the Congress is to provide an open, nonpartisan forum for the
promotion and advancement of the chiropractic profession through
service to member state associations |
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International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (I. C. P. A.)
A non-profit organization of chiropractic family practitioners
dedicated to advancing public awareness and attainment of the
chiropractic family wellness lifestyle. Chiropractic care for
children offers your family a solid foundation for wellness.
Throughout pregnancy, birth, and childhood, the chiropractic
lifestyle offers choices and benefits for your greater health
and well-being. |
The Canadian Chiropractic Association (C. C.
A.)
A Canadian national, voluntary organization representing
Canada’s licensed chiropractors. The C. C. A. is committed to
enhancing the health of Canadians by supporting clinical
excellence, chiropractic research and inter-disciplinary
collaboration. |
International College of Chiropractors (A.
C. A.)
"An Order of Merit, Service and Fellowship", an ancillary agency
of the A. C. A., promotes the philosophy, study, and teaching of
chiropractic, encourages a high code of ethics and high standard
of morals, and seeks valuable discoveries to the further
development of the science of chiropractic. Fellows are honored
members of the society. |
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National Board of Chiropractic
Examiners (N. B. C. E.)
The principal testing organization for the chiropractic
profession. Provides standardized academic and pre-licensure
clinical testing services. These include: Part I (Basic
Science), Part II (Clinical Science), Part III (Written Clinical
Competency), and Part IV (Practical Demonstration of Skills),
and an optional test in physiotherapy. |
World Federation of Chiropractic (W. F.
C.)
Members are national associations of chiropractors in over 60
countries. The W.F. C. represents them and the profession in the
international community. |
Federation of State Medical Boards of the
United States, Inc. (F. S. M. B.)
Comprised of the medical boards of the states, DC, and
territories. Operates as a clearinghouse, forum, and
representative body for state medical boards. Contributed to the
effectiveness and integrity of medical licensing and discipline
systems and offers educational programming. |
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