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Pre-Chiropractic Program
Chiropractors work to improve patients’ health conditions by treating their neuromuscular systems. If that sounds exciting to you, then a pre-chiropractic path is worth your consideration. Dordt University prepares pre-chiropractic students to enter the field and work with sports teams, on a hospital staff, or as researchers, educators, speakers, or administrators.
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Program Overview
A key emphasis of the pre-chiropractic program at Dordt University is to encourage students to consider how their work may serve both God and His creation. That happens by helping them understand how to heal the human body—through classroom education and practical, hands-on experience. And through it all you’re challenged to grow spiritually and develop your faith.
A student interested in chiropractic practice should consider majoring in biology or exercise science.
Dordt's innovative pre-chiropractic program can be the first step to Doctor of Chiropractic School and beyond. Many students complete their bachelor's degree before entering Doctor of Chiropractic School, meaning you get a well-rounded education that aligns with your Christian worldview before you head to Doctor of Chiropractic School.
What can I do with a degree in pre-chiropractic program from Dordt University?
By pursuing pre-chiropractic, you’ll leave Dordt prepared to thrive in Doctor of Chiropractic School. After completing Doctor of Chiropractic School, you’ll be ready to enter the workforce and begin helping and healing people. You’ll also have the tools you need to work from a distinctly Christian worldview.
Chiropractor
Chiropractors help patients with health problems concerning the neuromusculoskeletal system by using spinal adjustments and manipulation, as well as other clinical interventions.
Athletic Trainer
An Athletic Trainer helps provide treatment and rehabilitation services as well as conduct workshops and sports medicine educational programs.
Career Preparation
Dordt University's 2023 Career Outcome Rate was 99.4%! “This data point tells us that Dordt graduates are prepared for the careers of their choosing,” said Amy Westra, director of Career Development. “A Dordt education provides students with industry-relevant courses and connections that make a difference.”
Pre-Chiropractic Program
Dordt's innovative pre-chiropractic program can be the first step to Doctor of Chiropractic School and beyond. Many students complete their bachelor's degree before entering Doctor of Chiropractic School, meaning you get a well-rounded education that aligns with your Christian worldview before you head to Doctor of Chiropractic School.
A key emphasis of the pre-chiropractic program at Dordt University is to encourage students to consider how their work may serve both God and His creation. That happens by helping them understand how to heal the human body—through classroom education and practical, hands-on experience. And through it all you’re challenged to grow spiritually and develop your faith.
A student interested in chiropractic practice should consider majoring in biology or exercise science, although a biology major may be most helpful for your chiropractic studies.
Every professional school has their own entrance requirements, so at Dordt, students work with the pre-professional advisors to determine which courses they need to prepare them for their professional school.
A student interested in chiropractic practice should consider majoring in biology or exercise science, although a biology major may be most helpful for your chiropractic studies. It is possible to complete the 90 credit hours most Doctor of Chiropractic Schools require for admission without completing a bachelor's degree. However, 40 to 50 of those credits hours must be earned in science courses that have laboratory components. Many students complete their bachelor's degree before entering Doctor of Chiropractic School.
At least three years of study at Dordt are required, which will provide the necessary background in the sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics courses, as well as courses in the humanities and social sciences. Since required courses may vary between chiropractic graduate schools, students are advised to check requirements of specific schools early in their college career.
The Pre-Health Professions Club (PHPC), which is part of the Health Sciences Program, offers leadership, community service, mentorship, and other opportunities for pre-chiropractic students. Pre-Chiropractic Students are encouraged to meet with the Chief Health Professions Advisor, Dr. Joseph Keryakos, each semester, as well as join and attend regularly the Pre-Health Professions Club (PHPC) events. PHPC’s events are geared toward students in the Pre-Health Professions Program including pre-chiropractic students.
This club is focused on collaborative healthcare and interprofessional development across pre-health students by planning and supporting activities that showcase teamwork and collaboration in healthcare. For more information, please contact PHPC@dordt.edu.
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Science and Technology Center
As a pre-chiropractic student, you'll have the opportunity to spend time in Dordt's Science and Technology Center. Informally known as the "Science Building," the Science and Technology Center is home to Dordt's 180-seat lecture hall.
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