CHIROPRACTIC FOUNDATIONAL SCIENCES (CSF)
This is the first in a series of three courses designed to develop an understanding of normal clinical anatomy and physiology. Students develop their understanding of anatomy with full-digital cadaver dissection performed in small groups. Labs are supplemented with lectures covering the systematic anatomy and physiology of the human body.
This is the second in a series of three courses designed to develop an understanding of normal clinical anatomy and physiology. Students develop their understanding of anatomy with full-digital cadaver dissection performed in small groups. Labs are supplemented with lectures covering the systematic anatomy and physiology of the human body.
This is the third in a series of three courses designed to develop an understanding of normal clinical anatomy and physiology. Students develop their understanding of anatomy with full-digital cadaver dissection performed in small groups. Labs are supplemented with lectures covering the systematic anatomy and physiology of the human body.
This is the first in a series two courses designed to cover the biochemistry of human health and disease. It provides a critical illustration of metabolic signaling pathways of human health and compares them with those characteristics of pathological conditions. An emphasis is given to nutritional concepts.
This is the second in a series of two courses designed to cover the biochemistry of human health and disease. It provides a critical illustration of metabolic signaling pathways of human health and compares them with those characteristics of pathological conditions. An emphasis is given to nutritional concepts.
This course compliments the gross anatomy and physiology course by exploring the connection between cellular actions and morphology and how it affects function.
This course covers the endocrine system, including anatomic and histologic structures, hormones, functions, mechanisms of action, endocrine-related diseases, and related tumors, as well as the clinical aspects of disease presentation. The course also introduces pharmacological properties of hormones and drugs used in treatment of endocrine disorders. The course concludes with the study of reproduction as it relates to the endocrine system.
In this course students will participate in a guided review of the foundational sciences taught during Year I. The review is designed to assist students in knitting together concepts as intended and connecting concepts to their clinical context. The course will also assist students in preparation for the first licensing examination (NBCE Part 1), covering general and spinal anatomy, physiology, chemistry, pathology, and microbiology.
This course is the study of the basic principles of hematology, including the structure and function of the cells and organs related to the hematological system, with an exploration of common hematological disorders and their clinical presentations. In the immunological portion of the course, students will learn about the production of various immune system cell types and their functions as they relate to both the innate and adaptive immune responses. Congenital and acquired immunodeficiencies will also be covered in contrast to normal immune response and function.
This course covers basic concepts and principles of microbiology and the impact these organisms have on human health and disease. Topics include the classification of microorganisms, their physiology, structural characteristics, and clinical manifestations. The course includes an imbedded laboratory component designed to complement the lecture topics.
This course covers the basic structure of the central nervous system from spinal cord to cerebral cortex. The major sensory, motor, and integrative neural systems of the human brain are discussed. Based on an understanding of normal human embryological development, various congenital disorders are explored.
CHIROPRACTIC CLINICAL SCIENCES (CCS)
This course provides a broad overview of the field of clinical psychology, the role of science in clinical psychology, and current issues and ethics. The course also explores some of the most common psychological disorders and various assessment and psychotherapeutic strategies used by clinical psychologists in treatment. By the end of the course students will have an in-depth understanding of the range of assessment and psychotherapeutic services available to patients of all ages and feel equipped to assist patients in seeking appropriate care.
This course is the first in a series of four courses that focuses on diagnostic imaging interpretation. Conventional radiography, computerized tomography, nuclear imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and diagnostic ultrasound are used to study normal anatomy, congenital anomalies, arthritic conditions, neoplastic disorders, and more. Students learn the fundamentals of report writing, report review, medical referral, and co-management. Students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This course is the second in a series of four courses that focuses on diagnostic imaging interpretation. Conventional radiography, computerized tomography, nuclear imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and diagnostic ultrasound, are used to study normal anatomy, congenital anomalies, arthritic conditions, neoplastic disorders, and more. Students learn the fundamentals of report writing, report review, medical referral, and co-management. Students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This course is the third in a series of four courses that focuses on diagnostic imaging interpretation. Conventional radiography, computerized tomography, nuclear imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and diagnostic ultrasound, are used to study normal anatomy, congenital anomalies, arthritic conditions, neoplastic disorders, and more. Students learn the fundamentals of report writing, report review, medical referral, and co-management. Students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This course is the fourth in a series of four courses that focuses on diagnostic imaging interpretation. This course reviews internal derangement of joints focusing on advanced imaging interpretation and appropriate referral and treatment options. This course uses a case-based format supplemented with mini-lectures and review sessions. This course is administered in an online format allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This course is designed to review previous diagnosisrelated concepts and hone critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to clinical care. This course draws on the student’s previous knowledge, weaving concepts together in clinical contexts and preparing students to tackle increasing case complexity. The course will also assist students in preparation for the second and third licensing examination (NBCE Parts 2 and 3) covering general and neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, dermatology, special populations, and more.
This course will provide students with basic skills in emergency medical procedures. The course integrates objectives set forth by the American Red Cross and the Department of Transportation for emergency response. The course is specifically designed for persons who respond to acute injury and illness in sports venues or in a clinic setting and who have not been previously certified in Emergency Medical Response. This course leads to certification in CPR and the use of an AED.
This is the first in a series of courses that covers the fundamental principles underlying the pathological alterations in cellular and organ function and pathogenesis of the most common human diseases. Topics include organ structure and function, cell injury, circulatory and inflammatory responses, disordered physiology, neoplasia, and genetic mutations. Correlation of the clinical and anatomical manifestations is emphasized.
This is the second in a series of courses that covers the fundamental principles underlying the pathological alterations in cellular and organ function and pathogenesis of the most common human diseases. Topics include organ structure and function, cell injury, circulatory and inflammatory responses, disordered physiology, and neoplasia. Correlation of the clinical and anatomical manifestations is emphasized.
This is the first in a series of two courses focusing on developing and refining patient interview and physical examination skills. The course will explore all aspects of the physical exam, including dermatological, neurologic, orthopedic, and functional movement assessment in the development of a working diagnosis and patient management. Critical thinking and problem-solving are the hallmarks of this course, and students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This is the second in a series of two courses focusing on developing and refining the patient interview and physical examination skills. The course will explore all aspects of the physical exam, including dermatological, neurologic, orthopedic, and functional movement assessment in the development of a working diagnosis and patient management. Critical thinking and problem-solving are the hallmarks of this course, and students are expected to demonstrate and refine their skills obtained from CCS 541, as well as apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This course will provide introductory knowledge of conventional and advanced diagnostic imaging production. The course will review basic atomic structure and terminology, concepts of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, X-ray production, photon interaction with biologic tissues, and image production. The course will also review limited radiographic positioning techniques commonly used in a chiropractic clinic setting.
This is the first in a series of two courses that studies an evidence-based approach to the evaluation and management of patients who need specialized care. These patient populations include pediatrics, pregnant mothers, geriatrics, and more. The course will focus on chiropractic care and include a practical component that supplements lecture. Included in this course is an exploration of continuity of care, integration of care, and cooperation of care across disciplines.
This is the second in a series of two courses that studies an evidence-based approach to the evaluation and management of patients who need specialized care. These patient populations include pediatrics, pregnant mothers, geriatrics, and more. The course will focus on chiropractic care and include a practical component that supplements lecture. Included in this course is an exploration of continuity of care, integration of care, and cooperation of care across disciplines.
This course is designed to develop skills related to the principles of pharmacology as they pertain to therapeutic agents, prescriptions, and nonprescription drugs. Course discussion will include the mechanisms of action for the major classes of therapeutic agents, understanding pharmacodynamics, side effects, and toxicities. A review of environmental and occupational toxicology completes the course.
THE PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC (TPC)
This course is the first of two courses in which students study applied therapeutic concepts. The course focuses on physiological responses to passive treatment modalities, such as electric stimulation (TENS, EMS), therapeutic ultrasound, heat or cold therapy, laser, and more. Active therapeutics focus on functional responses and adaptations of the human body to specific exercise treatments. The influence of structural and physiological changes with respect to growth, aging, nutrition, and disease are considered.
This course is the second of two courses in which students study applied therapeutic concepts. The course focuses on physiological responses to passive treatment modalities, such as electric stimulation (TENS, EMS), therapeutic ultrasound, heat or cold therapy, laser, and more. Active therapeutics focuses on functional responses and adaptations of the human body to specific exercise treatments. The influence of structural and physiological changes with respect to growth, aging, nutrition, and disease are considered.
This course is the first in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. Building on the foundations of gross anatomy, this course introduces the skill of palpation as a diagnostic technique utilizing anatomical positioning and landmarks to identify both soft and hard tissues. Correlation of clinical concepts is emphasized.
This course is the second in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. Building on the foundations of gross anatomy and of palpation as a diagnostic technique, students utilize their knowledge to identify normal and altered function of the somatic (body framework) system, including skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures. Biomechanical and structural abnormalities are reviewed with a clinical emphasis.
This course is the third in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. Building on the skills of identifying normal and altered function of the somatic system, including skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures, students learn the techniques of cervical and thoracic treatment using a variety of joint mobilization and adjustment techniques.
This course is the fourth in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. Building on the skills of identifying normal and altered function of the somatic system, including skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures, students learn the techniques of lumbar and pelvic treatment using a variety of joint mobilization and adjustment techniques.
This course is the fifth in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. Building on the skills of identifying normal and altered function of the somatic system, including skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures, students learn the techniques of extremity and soft tissue treatment using a variety of joint and soft tissue mobilization and adjustment techniques.
This course is the sixth in a series that focuses on the development of the hand-on skills unique to the chiropractic doctor. In this course students review all treatment techniques and refine their skills and treatment planning with close mentorship and instruction from an experienced clinician. This course utilizes case studies and role-playing in a clinical setting. Students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework.
This course is the first in a series of two courses in which the student develops an advanced knowledge of nutrition, including macro- and micronutrients, weight management, supplements, vegetarianism, and more. The course studies nutritional issues of healthy and ill individuals at various stages of life. The course also studies nutritional needs of the athlete, the aged, and patients with chronic illness. At the end of this series students will be able to carry forward their knowledge of nutrition into a clinical setting managing or co-managing patient needs.
This course is the second in a series of two courses in which the student develops an advanced knowledge of nutrition including macro- and micronutrients, weight management, supplements, vegetarianism, and more. The course studies nutritional issues of healthy and ill individuals at various stages of life. The course also studies nutritional needs of the athlete, the aged, and patients with chronic illness. At the end of this series students will be able to carry forward their knowledge of nutrition into a clinical setting managing or co-managing patient needs.
This is the first in a series of three courses designed to review the history and development of the profession. Students will also explore how researchbased discoveries have influenced the profession’s development. Students critically analyze current literature and review research methods, including qualitative and/or qualitative approaches, samplings procedures, and data analysis, and discuss how the profession’s history and new evidence informs practice.
This is the second in a series of three courses designed to review the history and development of the profession. Students will also explore how researchbased discoveries have influenced the profession’s development. Students critically analyze current literature and review research methods, including qualitative and/or qualitative approaches, samplings procedures, and data analysis, and discuss how the profession’s history and new evidence informs practice.
This is the third in a series three courses designed to review the history and development of the chiropractic profession. Students will also explore the concepts of evidence-based medicine and evidencebased, patient-centered chiropractic care. Students will critically analyze current literature and clinical practice guidelines from multiple health care professions for common musculoskeletal conditions. The student will discuss how new and established medical evidence informs a collaborative practice.
In this course students will study the principles of public health using local and global health problemsas examples. Students will explore the multipledeterminants of population health with a focus on socioeconomic, behavioral, political, cultural, community, and health care-related determinants. Students are also introduced to epidemiology and evidence-based public health, with a focus on current research and practice.
CHIROPRACTIC CLINICAL EDUCATION (CCE)
This is the first in a series of four courses designed to prepare students to enter the business of health care. In this first course students discover and discuss local, state, and federal laws, regulatory mandates, healthcare policies, and legal responsibilities associated with professional practice. A problemscentered approach is used to demonstrate legal pitfalls in practice.
This business course will be specifically designed to help the maturing student understand the general aspects of running a chiropractic business. Here we teach the pros and cons of starting up your own practice compared to working as an associate, as well as the legal ramifications of both. To do that effectively, we will cover how to read and interpret an associate and lease contracts. We will talk in depth about different American corporate structures and the tax implications of each. Students will create the necessary compliance manuals to practice in a modern litigious world, such as HIPAA, OIG, and safety manuals. We will be visited by a lawyer who will teach aspects of litigation and how to protect against unwarranted malpractice and civil lawsuits. The class will end with the fine-tuning of treatment plans and patient communications necessary to run an effective practice.
This course is second in a series of four business courses designed to prepare the student to succeed financially in Chiropractic practice. Students use the principles taught in this course to evaluate and review business practices within their assigned clinical office during Clinical Clerkship II. The course focuses on ICD10 codes for correct insurance billing as a representation of the patient’s condition. Proper documentation as it relates to subjective/objective findings with the goal of meeting insurance standards is discussed. The correct use of CPT codes is also reviewed, along with the proper documentation and billing of uncovered products and services. The course also reviews the correct use of HCFA forms and electronic billing. Students are also taught the importance and practical use of chart audit processes for both documentation and billing. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This course is the third in a series of four business courses designed to prepare students to enter the business of health care knowledgeable about accounting practices. Students will learn to interpret financial statements, understand cash flow, and review customary money management principles. Month-end reporting and statistical practice analysis will also be discussed. The principles of running a lean business, the importance of P=I-E, aged accounts, and the effects on the bottom line will be discussed. The course concludes with a review of wealth management strategies and planning for retirement. Instructional methods include digital lecture, handson digital workshops, and supplemental reading and learning between sessions. Students are actively involved in the learning process using their clinical clerkship experience to gain practical insight in the development of applicable deliverables in preparation for opening a clinic/practice. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the fourth and final course in a series of four courses designed to prepare students to enter the business of health care. This course is designed to review the principles of entrepreneurship, preparing the student to set up practice if they choose. Various critical topics are reviewed including practice locations, corporate structure, loan types available for doctors, and the creation of a business plan. Topics reviewed include the cost of opening a practice, government regulation, business licenses, planning, and zoning. Students will review typical staffing needs, interview techniques, and correct employee choice. Also discussed is the importance of job descriptions, training manuals, marketing strategies, and processes to track efficiency. The course concludes with how to standardize business processes, hire associates, and open multiple locations. Instructional methods include digital lecture, hands-on digital workshops, and supplemental reading and learning between sessions. Students are actively involved in the learning process and development of applicable deliverables in preparation for practice. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the first course in a series of three courses designed to hone critical thinking and problemsolving skills, integrating all aspects of clinical care including diagnosis, treatment planning, and prognosis. The series of courses evolves in case complexity challenging students to draw on previous knowledge and research less commonly encountered concepts. In addition to clinical concepts, the course will review diagnostic coding and reporting. Case presentations in a grand round format is frequently utilized. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the second course in a series of three courses designed to hone critical thinking and problemsolving skills, integrating all aspects of clinical care including diagnosis, treatment planning, and prognosis. The series of courses evolves in case complexity, challenging students to draw on previous knowledge and research less commonly encountered concepts. In addition to clinical concepts, the course will review diagnostic coding and reporting. Case presentations in a grand round format is frequently utilized. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the third course in a series of three courses designed to hone critical thinking and problemsolving skills, integrating all aspects of clinical care including diagnosis, treatment planning, and prognosis. The series of courses evolves in case complexity challenging students to draw on previous knowledge and research less commonly encountered concepts. In addition to clinical concepts, the course will review diagnostic coding and reporting. All students are required to present a complex case during the term as part of the course completion requirements. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the first in a series of four clerkship courses. In this first course, students work in teams with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic to practice, refine, and employ clinical problem-solving skills, participate in reflective discussions, and assume professional roles in various clinical patient scenarios. This class focuses on clinical observation and supervised application of all adjusting techniques and care procedures in the development of individualized evidence-informed treatment plans and relevant documentation. Students are expected to demonstrate skills and apply knowledge obtained from concurrent and previous course work.
This is the second in a series of four clerkship courses. In this second course students work directly with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in a community-based clinic/practice. Students work with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic to practice, refine, and employ clinical problem-solving skills, participate in reflective discussions, and assume professional roles in various clinical patient scenarios. This class focuses on clinical observation and supervised application of all adjusting techniques and care procedures in the development of individualized evidence-informed treatment plans and relevant documentation. Students are expected to demonstrate skills and apply knowledge obtained from concurrent and previous course work, specifically focusing on understanding the business procedures and principles employed at the clinic/practice. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This is the third in a series of four clerkship courses. In this third course students work directly with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in a community-based clinic/practice. Students work with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic to practice, refine, and employ clinical problem-solving skills, participate in reflective discussions, and assume professional roles in various clinical patient scenarios. This class focuses on clinical observation and supervised application of all adjusting techniques and care procedures in the development of individualized evidence-informed treatment plans and relevant documentation. Students are expected to demonstrate skills and apply knowledge obtained from concurrent and previous course work, specifically focusing on understanding the business procedures and principles employed at the clinic/practice.
This is the fourth and final course in a series of four clerkship courses. In this fourth course students work directly with a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in a community-based clinic/practice locally or within any approved clinic/practice in the United States or approved clinic/practice abroad. This class focuses on supervised application of all adjusting techniques and care procedures in the development of individualized evidence-informed treatment plans and relevant documentation. Students are expected to demonstrate mastery of skills commensurate with a soon-to-be Doctor of Chiropractic. At the end of this course students will have obtained the minimum competencies deemed necessary to enter practice, given all licensing requirements have been successfully completed.
This is the first in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge required to obtain and record a complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate terminology to document findings. Knowledge will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care, resulting in better communication with patients and family members.
This is the second in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course will provide an overview of the medical health record, as well as development of writing and organizational skills for health care record keeping. Knowledge and skills will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care, resulting in better communication with patients and family members.
This is the third in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course will provide an opportunity to review and audit medical health records for their accuracy, as well as development of writing and organizational skills for health care record keeping. Knowledge and skills will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care resulting in better communication with patients and family members.
This is the fourth in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course is designed to complement the Physical Diagnosis and Functional Assessment 1 course taught concurrently. This course will provide an opportunity to present in a grand round-like format. Knowledge and skills will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care resulting in better communication with patients and family members.
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This is the final a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course will provide a review of the hysical Examination and Functional Assessment ourse in preparation to enter the Chiropractic lerkship 1 course. Students participate in structured ctivities and community experiences. Students are xpected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge rom concurrent and previous coursework.
This course introduces the foundations of interprofessional collaborative care. Students learn the benefit of interprofessional practice through the exploration of roles and responsibilities of other health care providers. Students learn interprofessional communication strategies and a framework for deliberately working together, maintaining a climate of mutual respect and shared values, with the common goal of improving patient outcomes. Multidisciplinary practices are a focus in this course. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.
This course is designed to develop and enhance the leadership and teamwork skills of Chiropractic Clerks soon to graduate. The course reviews the use of various leadership styles, self-management, communication in and outside of a clinical setting, giving and receiving feedback, taking and delegating responsibilities, and setting direction. In addition, there is a focus on effective presentation and public speaking. The course utilizes leadership profile and personality assessment tools to assist students in understanding their strengths and opportunities for improvement. The course is designed to help students develop skills transferable across all of life’s facets embedded in a foundation of servant leadership. This course is administered in an online format, allowing students to work remotely within their clerkship placement.