Pre-professional Program in Chiropractic
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Two Year Pre-Professional Program
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising
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The Program
With the exception of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, a Pre-Chiropractic program requires three years of post-secondary study. RDC offers the first two years after which the third year is completed at a university.
In Canada, the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto offers the Doctor of Chiropractic program in English and the Universite du Quebec offers Doctorat en Chiropractique in French. Students may also attend one of the many chiropractic colleges in the United States or the New Zealand College of Chiropractic.
The New Zealand College of Chiropractic requirements can be met at RDC after two years of study. The New Zealand College of Chiropractic does not require a third year of university study for admission.
Program Admission Features
Admission to the Pre-Professional Program for Chiropractic at RDC does not guarantee admission to a chiropractic college. You should fulfill the Pre-Professional Program to meet chiropractic college admission requirements and also design your program so you can work towards a Bachelor's degree. Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high grade point average. Check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements.
Admission Requirements
- Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. Chemistry 30
c. ELA 30-1
d. Mathematics 30-1
e. Subject from Group A, B or C*
Note: *Physics 30 required for most chiropractic colleges in the U.S.A.
Program Content
Admission to chiropractic colleges requires a minimum of three full years of university study while some colleges require a Bachelor's degree. You must make sure you meet admission and minimum course load requirements for the professional program as well as your alternate degree program.
Minimum program content includes:
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Year 2
See an Academic Advisor for details.
Program Cost Estimates