Welcome to Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic!
In this episode, I dive in to what it takes to become an animal chiropractor in the United States. There are many different options available and I want those that are interested to know the pros and cons of each program.
There are 2 recognized certifications in the USA right now: the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) or the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association (IVCA). These associations require you to take a 200-300 hour post-doctorate program in order to sit for their exam. Most programs only allow DCs and DVMs to enter.
Investment is anywhere from $6,000-$16,0000
American Veterinary Chiropractic Association
The AVCA's website can be located here: https://www.animalchiropractic.org/
They currently accept the following programs: Parker, Options for Animals, Healing Oasis (?), ACES, Health Pioneers Institute, Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Center, Backbone Academy
Once you have completed a program, testing information can be located here: http://avcaexam.regstep.com/
The test is offered 1 time a year and is $700.
International Veterinary Chiropractic Association
The IVCA's website can be located here: https://ivca.de/
They currently accept the following programs: International Academy of Chiropractic, Backbone Academy, Options for Animals.
Once you have completed a program, testing information can be located here: https://ivca.de/ivca-certification-exam/
The test is offered multiple times per year and is 390 euros which is ~$436. IVCA will offer a dual certification if you have already tested for AVCA. They also partner with Options and you can test during your last module.
Programs available
Here are each of the programs' web pages:
Parker: https://360parker.com/continuing-education/
Options: https://optionsforanimals.com/
Healing Oasis: https://healingoasis.edu/
ACES: https://www.animalchiropracticeducation.com/
Health Pioneers: https://www.healthpioneersinstitute.com/
VCLC: https://veterinarychiropractic.ca/
Backbone: https://www.backbone-academy.com/en/
IAVC: https://i-a-v-c.com/en/home
Listen to this episode to learn more about each program!
