List of chiropractic credentials

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Doctors holding the DC (Doctor of Chiropractic) degree may claim numerous credentials, denoted by letters placed after the doctor's name in official correspondences and business publications. Some of these credentials are recognized by the Chiropractic academic community at large, and some only by the specific organization that issued the credential. This list clarifies the meanings of the various credentials.

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Academic pre/post doctoral degrees

DC (Doctor of Chiropractic) Degree: The vast majority of chiropractors in the U.S. today are graduates of fully accredited "first professional degree" granting institutions. This means that the DC degree is accredited by one of the regional accrediting agencies, (e.g. Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools), or National accrediting agencies (e.g. the New York State Board of Regents). The DC degree is also listed as a "First Professional Degree". Chiropractors in the United States are required to pass structured board-type exams in order to practice Chiropractic professionally.

International chiropractic degrees

DegreeFull NameNation(s) in which it is awarded
D.C. and M.S. (Chiro)Doctor of Chiropractic and Master of Science (Chiropractic)Flag of South Korea.svg  South Korea
B.App.Sc. (clin). & B.C.Sc.Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science) & Bachelor of Chiropractic ScienceFlag of Japan.svg  Japan
B.Sc. (chiro) & B.C.Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) & Bachelor of ChiropracticFlag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia, Flag of Japan.svg  Japan
B.App.Sc. (Compl) & M.Clin.Chiro.Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine) & Master of Clinical ChiropracticFlag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia
B.Chiro.Bachelor of ChiropracticFlag of New Zealand.svg  New Zealand
B.Chiro.Sc & M.ChiroBachelor of Chiropractic Science & Master of ChiropracticFlag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia
B.Sc. (Hons) ChiroBachelor of Science (Hons) ChiropracticFlag of Malaysia.svg  Malaysia
B.Tech. (chiro) and M.Tech. (chiro)Bachelor in Technology (Chiropractic) & Master in Technology (Chiropractic)Flag of South Africa.svg  South Africa
D.C.Doctor of ChiropracticFlag of Brazil.svg  Brazil, Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg  Canada, Flag of France.svg  France, Flag of Japan.svg  Japan, Flag of Mexico.svg  Mexico, Flag of Spain.svg  Spain, Flag of the United States.svg  United States
M.C. or M.Chiro.Master of Chiropractic or Master in ChiropracticFlag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia, Flag of the United Kingdom.svg  United Kingdom
M Chiro Med and DCMMaster of Chiropractic Medicine and Doctor of Chiropractic MedicineFlag of Switzerland (Pantone).svg  Switzerland
M.C.B.Master in Clinical BiomechanicsFlag of Denmark.svg  Denmark
M.Tech. (chiro)Master in Technology, ChiropracticFlag of South Africa.svg  South Africa
B. Chiro.Bachelor of ChiropracticIndian Board of Alternative Medicines (Registered in the state of West Bengal)

Academic pre or post-doctoral graduate degrees

Some chiropractors have received Masters or Doctoral Degrees from another accredited college or university before they commenced chiropractic college, and some achieved those degrees after they received their DC degrees. Some chiropractic colleges are accredited to offer Masters and PhD degrees in related fields, such as nutrition, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), or acupuncture. [1]

Diplomate / Fellow

As a general rule, as defined by the dictionary, one who receives a diploma is a diplomate . Thus, the "Diplomate" programs are post-doctoral programs leading to a Board examination. The successful candidate receives the degree. Whereas a medical fellowship implies completion of a post-residency subspecialty training program, in other fields, the term fellow is, generally speaking, an honorary title, usually awarded to someone who is already a diplomate, for extraordinary contributions to that specific field of study. Some agencies confer only the title of "Fellow" when they have no diplomate programs.

Certifications recognized by the chiropractic academic community

"Recognized" means that the Chiropractic academic community generally recognizes these certifications as representing a program of advanced study at, or through an accredited institution, and that the holder has passed a certifying examination.

DegreeFull NameDescription
CAC [2] Certified in Animal (Veterinary) ChiropracticContinuing education course, in this specialty, sponsored by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. The program consists of 100 post-doctoral hours, run through the continuing education programs of accredited Chiropractic colleges, and culminating in an examination.
CCEP [3] [4] Certified Chiropractic Extremity PractitionerAmerican program, seven-weekend post-Doctoral course; provided by an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Certifying Examination.
CCRD [5] [6] Certified Chiropractic Rehabilitation DoctorContinuing education course, in this specialty, sponsored by the American Chiropractic Association Council of Chiropractic Physiological Therapeutics and Rehabilitation. The program consists of 100 post-doctoral hours, run through the continuing education programs of accredited Chiropractic colleges, and culminating in an examination.
CCSP [7] Certified Chiropractic Sports PhysicianAmerican program (but exported) 1 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of four weekend seminars provided by an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered Certifying Examination administered by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians.
CCST [8] Chiropractic Certification in Spinal Trauma International Chiropractor's Association Council on Applied Chiropractic Sciences affiliated program. The program consists of ten weekend sessions taught through the continuing education department of an accredited Chiropractic College and culminating in a qualifying examination.
ICSC [9] Internationally Certified Sports ChiropractorA program offered by the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS), of week-end seminars, run through an accredited Chiropractic college, and followed by a FICS certification examination.
PSP [10] Primary Spine PractitionerA certifying program offered by the University of Pittsburgh, consisting of approximately 120 hours of seminars and 60 hours online education modules, followed by an in-person certification examination. The program is designed to train physical therapists and chiropractors to be the first-contact provider for patients with spine-related disorders.

Board certifications recognized by the chiropractic academic community

"Recognized" means by the Chiropractic Profession generally. Some of these are also accredited by other professional specialty credentialing agencies.

DegreeFull NameDescription
DABCA [11] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of AcupunctureAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of 36 week-end seminars provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination. This Board is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DACBN [12] Diplomate of the American Clinical Board of NutritionAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination. The ACBN [13] is one of only a very few certifying agencies in nutrition to offer Diplomate status to all professionals in the health care field, beyond the doctorate level in the United States and Internationally; This board is accredited through the NCCA [14] and is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DACBR [15] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of RadiologyAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of a 3-year in-house post-doctoral residency program at an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered 2-part (written and oral) Board Certifying Examination. This Board is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DACAN or DACNB or DIACN or DABCN [16] [17] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Neurology or Diplomate of the International Board of Chiropractic NeurologyAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of 36 week-end seminars provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination. This Board is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DABCI [18] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Diagnosis and Internal DisordersAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of 36 week-end seminars provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination. This Board is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DABCO , DACO and FACO [19] Diplomate (or Fellow) of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (ACO)This is a 3-year postdoctoral American program consisting of 36 weekend seminars provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college and is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association. Having completed the required coursework, individuals become board eligible for a nationally administered board certifying examination. Individuals having completed the postdoctoral program and along with passing the ACO board examination are entitled to the designation of Diplomate of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (DACO). Individuals who have achieved Diplomate status with the ABCO or the ACO and are also current members of the ACO are entitled to the status of Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (FACO). [20]
DIANM and FIANM [21] Diplomate (or Fellow) of the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine This is a 3-year advanced postdoctoral program undertaken through the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut (USA) in association with Clinical Development International. This includes a 3-year, full-time Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine residency taking place in Federally Qualified Health Centers. The program is designed to prepare chiropractors to take up key leadership positions in hospitals, community health centers and other outpatient clinical settings. Diplomates demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. [22] Having completed the required coursework, individuals become board eligible for a nationally administered board certifying examinations including an Objective Structured Clinical Examination. Individuals having completed the postdoctoral program and along with passing the IANM board examinations are entitled to the designation of Diplomate of International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (DIANM). Individuals who have achieved Diplomate status with the IANM and are also current members of the IANM are entitled to the status of Fellow of the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (FIANM). [23] The title is followed by the country the Chiropractic Physician completed their examination. Eg, USA FIANM(us), Australia FIANM(au), Canada FIANM(ca). On 30 October 2019, the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists changed their title to the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine to better reflect the direction of the academy. [24]
DACRB [25] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of RehabilitationAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of 3 years full-term residency program provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college; followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination. This Board is affiliated with the American Chiropractic Association.
DACBSP [26] Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports PhysiciansAmerican program, 3 yr post-Doctoral; consisting of 36 weekend seminars provided through an accredited American Chiropractic college; a practical experience component and followed by a Nationally administered Board Certifying Examination.
DCCJP and FCCJP [27] Diplomate in Chiropractic Craniocervical Junction ProceduresThis is a 3-year, 300-hour, post-graduate American program; consisting of week-end seminars provided through the Council on Upper Cervical Care of the International Chiropractic Association (continuing education Certificates of Attendance were sponsored by Palmer College of Chiropractic, an accredited American Chiropractic College); year one has a final exam, successful candidates enter year two where a research paper and presentation is required, year three is followed by a three-day, Nationally administered, Board Certifying cumulative examination consisting of a combination of multiple choice, essay and oral tests; the Board responsible for developing the curriculum and credentialing is affiliated with the International Chiropractic Association. Fellowship is awarded by the council's board of directors, to those Diplomates that have met eligibility criteria.
FACCRFellow of the Australian College of Chiropractic RadiologistsThis program is recognized in Australia, but there is no web site and attempts to locate specifics are difficult. It is believed to be a three-year, post-doctoral program leading to a Board examination, and run through one of the accredited Chiropractic colleges.
FCCR (C) [28] Fellow, College of Chiropractic Radiology (Canada)This is a three-year post-doctoral program operated by the Canadian College of Chiropractic Radiology, in association with an accredited Chiropractic College, culminating in a Board Examination administered by the college.
FRCCSS(C) [29] Fellow, Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences(Canada)The only Chiropractic College meeting stringent requirements to receive the 'Royal' designation by Her Majesty the Queen. Canadian Program that can take up to four years to complete through a Canadian accredited Chiropractic College or University; four key components: field-work, clinical experience; Master's level academic work, and a research component/publication requirement, followed by notoriously difficult Board certifying Fellowship examination. Successful Fellows earn the right to practice as chiropractic specialists. [ failed verification ]
FIAMA and Dipl.Ac. IAMA [30] Fellow and Diplomat, International Academy of Medical AcupunctureAmerican program, run through the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture. "Fellowship" Certification (FIAMA) is restricted to professionals possessing the degree of MD, DO, DC, ND, DDS and DPM.

Fellowship in the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture Inc. is earned after completing the requirements of its one-year program provided through an accredited Chiropractic College (currently New York Chiropractic College and Logan College of Chiropractic). The program consists of postgraduate accelerated didactic symposiums consisting of seven 15-hour didactic modules in addition to 200 hours of documented clinical applications over a period of one year (305 hours). Outside class study and assignments add hundreds of dedicated hours of study to the program. The program terminates with the administration of both the International competency examination (5 hours), in addition to the "Blood borne pathogen/Clean needle examination. Diplomate status (Dipl.Ac. IAMA) may be earned by "Fellows" with the addition of the submission of 30 case study presentations utilizing the eight-page template the academy provides as a guide (125 hours). The applicant has one year to present their case studies for peer review.

DICCP and FICCP [31] Diplomate and Fellow, International College of Chiropractic PediatricsAmerican program, run through the International Chiropractor's Association, Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics. It consists of three years of week-end seminars provided through an accredited Chiropractic College (currently New York Chiropractic College, Palmer College of Chiropractic and the New Zealand College of Chiropractic all sponsor this program); and followed by a Board certifying examination. Fellowship is awarded by the council's board of directors, to those Diplomates having made significant contributions to the field, and is an honorary title.
CACCP and DACCP [32] Certified and Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Family PracticeAmerican program, run through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. It consists of 200 hours of week-end seminars for Certification and 400 hours of in-office projects for the Diplomate provided through an accredited Chiropractic College; as well as participation in Practice Based Research projects; and followed by a Board certifying examination.[ citation needed ] The entire Diplomate Program is co-sponsored by Cleveland Chiropractic Colleges. Additional post graduate sponsors of the Certification Program include: Northwestern Health Sciences University, Life University, and Parker Chiropractic College. Previously the ICPA issued credentials of FICPA with similar requirements to the current CACCP and DACCP programs.[ citation needed ]
DGCSS and FGCSS [33] Diplomate and Fellow, Gonstead Clinical Studies SocietyThis credential is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by the Board [34] who have taken a minimum of 238 post-doctoral seminar hours in the Gonstead technique; have been in practice for a minimum of 3 years for Diplomate and 10 years for Fellow; and have passed written and practical examinations. The Fellow credential also carries a requirement of participation in GCSS sponsored research or other research specific to the Gonstead technique. This board recognizes educational hours from seminars run by both non-profit and for-profit groups recognized as authorities in the Gonstead technique and certified by accredited Chiropractic Colleges.

Honorary titles conferred by recognized chiropractic bodies

DegreeFull NameDescription
FICC [35] Fellow, International College of ChiropractorsThis honorary degree is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by a body generally allied with the American Chiropractic Association.
FACC [36] [37] Fellow, American College of ChiropractorsThis honorary degree is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by a New York based, body generally allied with the American Chiropractic Association and the New York Chiropractic College. [38]
FRCC [39] Fellow, Royal College of ChiropractorsThis honorary degree is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by United Kingdom-based Royal College of Chiropractors. Must have at least 5 years postgraduate experience and successfully complete a relevant, university-validated postgraduate Masters or Doctoral programme.
FICA [40] Fellow, International Chiropractors AssociationThis honorary degree is bestowed periodically by the "Distinguished Fellows" of the International Chiropractor's Association upon those deemed worthy.
PhCDoctor of Chiropractic PhilosophyThis was an honorary degree awarded to doctors of chiropractic by chiropractic colleges, especially by Palmer College of Chiropractic. The requirements for this honorary degree transitioned from its inception in 1908 until it demise in 1968, and included: high chiropractic academic achievement, postgraduate chiropractic philosophic coursework, or writing a 15,000 word essay regarding chiropractic philosophy. During the 1960s the Ph.C. was awarded indiscriminately and requirements for achievement were not maintained. In 1968 the Council on Chiropractic Education officially denounced recognition of this award and opposed its use. [41]

Certifications conferred by outside agencies

These certifications are not unique to chiropractic but may be given to other health care professionals in other fields.

DegreeFull NameDescription
CSCS [42] Certified Strength and Conditioning SpecialistThis degree is conferred by the National Strength and Conditioning Association upon those who complete their proprietary certification. One must have a BA/BS degree, and complete a certifying examination, including a skills evaluation component, and have practical experience.
FACSM [43] Fellow, American College of Sports MedicineThis honorary degree is bestowed upon those with either Professional or Academic Doctoral degrees by the American College of Sports Medicine. Recipients must have been members in good standing for a certain number of years; they must attend a specific number of ACSM National Conventions; have the recommendations of two Fellows,  ; have published in peer reviewed journal(s); and have either made a "significant contribution to the field of sports medicine", or have a distinguished history of teaching in the field. Holders of this honorary title are not considered Sports Medicine medical practitioners.

CHC [44] Certified Health Coach This certification is conferred by the Wellness Education Foundation upon those who complete their proprietary certification. One must have a BA/BS degree, and complete a certifying examination, including a skills evaluation component, and have practical experience.

Certifications and Boards from proprietary organizations

These credentials are generally recognized only by the bodies which grant them, and may be meaningful only to another DC. They may indicate that the Doctor has taken some proprietary course in someone's technique, but the program may, or may not yet be taught at accredited academic institutions.

DegreeFull NameDescription
BCAO [45] Board Certified, Atlas OrthogonistThis "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by the corporation which appears to run seminars to teach their technique. This is a body which is proprietary, in fact apparently family run, and whose programs are generally not run by accredited Chiropractic Colleges. The site does not explain under what circumstances one may be allowed to call oneself "Board" certified.
FASBE [46] Fellow Academy of Spinal Bio-EngineeringThis "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by the corporation [47] which runs seminars to teach their technique. This is a body which is proprietary, and whose programs are generally not run by accredited Chiropractic Colleges, but solely by the "Society" operated by Dr. Ron Aragona .
DAAPM [48] Diplomate of the American Academy of Pain ManagementThis "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of all kinds, by the organization which runs seminars to provide their "credentialing". This is a body which appears to be proprietary, and whose programs are apparently not generally run by accredited Colleges, but solely by the "Academy" itself.
DABCC [49] Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic ConsultantsThis specialty "diplomat" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic, by the organization which runs seminars to provide their required course work. They also accept hours gained in other, generally recognized certification and diplomate programs. This is a body which appears to be proprietary, and whose programs are apparently not generally run by accredited Colleges, but solely by the "Academy" itself.
ABDA and FABDA [50] American Board of Disability Examiners, and "Fellow" of the ABDA.This "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic, by the organization which runs seminars to provide their required course work. They also accept hours gained in other, generally recognized certification and diplomate programs. This is a body which appears to be proprietary, and whose programs are apparently not generally run by accredited Colleges, but solely by the Board itself.
FAFICC [51] Fellow, Academy of Forensic and Industrial Chiropractic ConsultantsThis "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic, by the organization which evaluates credentials to determine the basis for recognition. This is a body which appears to be proprietary, and whose programs are apparently not generally run by accredited Colleges, but solely by the Board itself.
FNAMUAP [52] Fellow, National Academy of Manipulation Under Anesthesia PhysiciansThis "degree" is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic, by the organization which evaluates credentials to determine the basis for recognition. This is a body which appears to be proprietary, and run by an individual Doctor, and whose programs are apparently not generally run by accredited Colleges, but solely by the Board itself.

Other titles

These certifications are not generally considered a "professional qualification" and therefore are not listed after one's name nor used in advertising.

DegreeFull NameDescription
CCSS(C)College of Chiropractic Sports Science (Canada)The rationale for this is that anyone can join the college and thus this is not a credential, only "Fellowship" is a credential.
Diplomate-NBCE or DNBCE [53] Diplomate of the National Board of Chiropractic ExaminersThe rationale for this is: that all American DC's must take and pass these exams in order to qualify for a license to practice, and thus the fact that one has done so, is not a qualification which should be used to differentiate one DC from another by education. To use this a DC must have completed Parts I-II of the NBCE prior to 1983 and may indicate that he/she "holds NBCE Diplomate Certificate 19XX." Completing the boards after 1983 does not allow a DC to use this as credentials.
MACSM [54] Member, American College of Sports MedicineThe rationale for this is: that anyone who applies and pays dues will be accepted as a member of the American College of Sports Medicine and thus being a member is not a differentiating professional qualification for professionals.

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