Licensing

Licensing requirements for doctors of chiropractic are determined by individual states and Canadian provinces. All have statutes and regulations which determine the scope of clinical procedures chiropractors may legally perform. In other countries, laws regulating chiropractic vary.

Most states will accept or require the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners recommended passing score on Part IV in lieu of other practical licensure examinations.

State licensing authorities may have additional requirements for licensure. Most states require you to take an exam which demonstrates your knowledge of chiropractic state laws.

You are responsible for contacting the licensing authorities of the state(s) in which you plan to practice. For licensing information state-by-state and in Canada, Mexico and Australia, consult the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.