Your Education
Students at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic receive a thorough grounding in the exploration of the principles that underpin chiropractic. This focuses on the synergistic relationship between the philosophy, science and art of chiropractic.
The philosophy of chiropractic explores the connection between the body's inborn innate intelligence and its overall wellbeing. This understanding is paramount as you become more involved in the life changing benefits of chiropractic. The personal interaction you will have with your lecturers, classmates and your patients will prepare you for a fulfilling career as a chiropractor.
The technique department is dedicated to bringing you a wide range of well established chiropractic techniques. A hands-on approach is experienced throughout the programme from your very first technique class.
The range of techniques learned will enable you to help a variety of patients that will be served in the Chiropractic Centre and beyond.
The one year pre-chiropractic university based requirements ensure grounding in basic sciences relevant to chiropractic: anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry and physics. During the first two years of the chiropractic programme, emphasis is placed on the study of neuromusculoskeletal, spinal and visceral anatomy, physiology, philosophy and pathology. You will be continuously expanded as you explore the human body in this integrative curriculum.
Your Chiropractic InternshipClinical study is undertaken in the last two years of the programme. A spectrum of topics is covered including, diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, nutrition and peadiatrics.
During the clinical component of the programme, students gain thorough experience in patient care as they serve an internship, under close supervision in the Chiropractic Centre You will be guided and inspired by dedicated faculty members.
The College's utilisation of technology enhances your educational experience. These tools include a wireless campus and peronalised email. All activities are designed to develop critical thinking, professional leadership and a commitment to personal and professional development through life-long learning.
The assessment of student progress at the College is an ongoing developmental
process. The assessment of student development is more than the sum of a
student’s achievements in a wide range of isolated tasks; it includes an
assessment of a student’s ability to make professional decisions, work with
others professionally, and to demonstrate a number of personal qualities
expected of them in their chosen career of chiropractic.
You will be guided, nurtured and stimulated, unleashing your passion for
the profession and the people you serve during both your studies and
after graduation.
The College offers continuing education programmes to its graduates and keeps in close contact with its Alumni.
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