How much schooling do you need to be a chiropractor?

Answer by  Harvey (112)

It would first require a high school diploma and at least two years of undergraduate studies. Then you can apply and transfer into one of the 16 Chiropractic schools in the U.S. In Chiropractic school you will have about 3.5 years of formal education. This will include clinical work and 4-5 board exams. Afterward, you can take state certification exams.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Chiropractic school is a four-year program that follows a baccalaureate degree (four years). Chiropractic school is generally three years of classroom/clinical instruction with the fourth year spent as an internship under supervision. There are 21 chiropractic schools in the U. S. so competition is stiff. A DC degree requires ongoing continuing education.

Answer by  stinkymess (310)

You need a masters degree and pass a test to become a chiropractor. They are not actually doctors but are often referred to as doctors.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Chiropractic school is a four-year professional program that follows a four-year college degree in science or a related field. In the past two years of college was required. but today an undergraduate degree is necessary. There are 28 schools of chiropractic in the U.S.

Answer by  Dean (4035)

Chiropractic school is a four-year professional program that follows a college degree. There are a few U.S. chiropractic schools that allow for early admission while in undergrad, and then combine the degrees.

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

In most states, becoming a chiropractor requires years of schooling, with at least the last 12 months at a chiropractic school or department. You must also pass the exam.

Answer by  Cassandradalla (228)

In the United States, it is necessary to complete a college degree and then graduate from school of chiropractic medicine in order to become a chiropractor.

Answer by  JohnHolmes (2660)

Most chiropractors are doctors and most have been to school for at least 6 years. Some of them attend post graduate school for the remainder of their life and also at later points pursue additional degrees in the medical field. Some chiropractors also do surgery and many of them have been to school for ten years or more.

Answer by  tamkees (3203)

To be accepted to a chiropractic school, you need to have completed a minimum of two years of college. A four-year degree is preferred. Chiropractic school is 4 years, and then you have to pass both state and national exams before you can begin to practice. Once you're a chiropractor, continuing education will keep you abreast of new methodology.

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

Being a chiropractor is medical school with a chiropractic specialty. It will take the same amountof time as any other medical professional.