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Mason
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how hard is it to be a chiropractor
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Hassan Al
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Most states require bachelor degrees + 'graduate' level Chiropractic classes + internships that may be similar in length and subject matter to becoming a Dr. or Nurse. Specific licensing will depend on your state.
So do the research to see if you want to focus just on this or go for a broader medical degree.
So do the research to see if you want to focus just on this or go for a broader medical degree.
Justin Palermo
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Hi Mason,
Great career choice!!! Chiropractor's as you know, help others feel and perform their best. In order to become a Chiropractor, you do need to pursue a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree. This degree comes from a specialized Chiropractic School that requires a Bachelor's Degree beforehand. Life University in Georgia is the top Chiropractic school in the country. Because Chiropractic is heavy with anatomy, it is wise to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Kinesiology, or even Sports Science or Exercise Science since all of these majors are heavy in anatomy and physiology coursework. They also all study how the body moves. You may also want to take some undergrad coursework in Business, since most Chiropractors go into private practice by opening up their own office. Business classes will help you come up with a proper Business Plan.
I hope this helps and best of luck in becoming a successful Chiropractor!!!
Great career choice!!! Chiropractor's as you know, help others feel and perform their best. In order to become a Chiropractor, you do need to pursue a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree. This degree comes from a specialized Chiropractic School that requires a Bachelor's Degree beforehand. Life University in Georgia is the top Chiropractic school in the country. Because Chiropractic is heavy with anatomy, it is wise to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Kinesiology, or even Sports Science or Exercise Science since all of these majors are heavy in anatomy and physiology coursework. They also all study how the body moves. You may also want to take some undergrad coursework in Business, since most Chiropractors go into private practice by opening up their own office. Business classes will help you come up with a proper Business Plan.
I hope this helps and best of luck in becoming a successful Chiropractor!!!
Colin Mermey
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Chiropractic school is fairly rigorous and involves much of the same upper level science classes that many medical students would take (save for much of the pharmacological portion).
In terms of a career, it can be quite satisfying to help others in acute or chronic pain. While this is definitely a sustainable field for those that end up opening up their own practice, it is not the most lucrative if you plan to work for other chiropractors and can be many long hours of marketing, screenings, or robotically adjusting lines of people at more established offices for mediocre pay.
Definitely make sure you ask other chiropractors about if they enjoy what they do, and if they would be a chiropractor all over again if they had the chance to choose.
In terms of a career, it can be quite satisfying to help others in acute or chronic pain. While this is definitely a sustainable field for those that end up opening up their own practice, it is not the most lucrative if you plan to work for other chiropractors and can be many long hours of marketing, screenings, or robotically adjusting lines of people at more established offices for mediocre pay.
Definitely make sure you ask other chiropractors about if they enjoy what they do, and if they would be a chiropractor all over again if they had the chance to choose.