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Orthopedic program graduate level studies provide the Chiropractic Physician / Doctor of Chiropractic an advanced level of clinical skill sets in orthopedics, diagnostic imaging, neurology, rehabilitation, clinical laboratory, case management, treatment techniques, physiological therapeutics, evidence based practice outcomes and more.
Orthopedic Diplomate program structures may vary and consist of both all live and live/online sessions. Doctors are able to earn diplomate eligibility in 2 to 3 years.
Graduate level advanced degree program in chiropractic orthopedic science. Doctors are able to earn diplomate eligibility in 2 years and a Master of Science degree in 3 years.
Important Updates and Announcements
Is your web site linked to the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists web site?
You can add a link to the Academy on your Web page, and give your visitors one-click access to the web site of The Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists.
To place the official Academy icon on your web site please visit the Academy home page then click on the top row tab RESOURCES then on the drop down tabs LINK TO THE ACADEMY. It will not only add to the professional look of your web site, but also give your visitors a way to find out more about the chiropractic orthopedic specialty.
Master of Science Degree Program
The Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists position on graduate level education is one of increasing awareness and proactive development of graduate level pathways. The orthopedic specialty graduate level study program is an appropriately recommended academic credential for specialty certification, re-certification and maintaining ones credentials and privileges.
Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU)
Master of Science in Clinical Orthopedics
In conjunction with the Academy Steering Committee and Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU), the official name of the proposed advanced degree will be Master of Science in Clinical Orthopedics. The 2010 project, Master of Science: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation was used as the working title of this advanced degree.
NWHSU is preparing a submission requesting approval for this advanced degree from its regional accrediting body, the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Anticipation is to offer this MS in Clinical Orthopedics beginning in late 2010.
Call for Graduate Instructors/Professors
Chiropractic Orthopedics is looking for interested doctors to teach in an advanced Master of Science degree program in Clinical Orthopedics.
Instructors/professors from different specialties and disciplines are also asked to apply. If you have any specific area of expertise please indicate the area(s).
Please send a copy of your curriculum vitae and teaching portfolio to:
The Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists
ATTN: Executive Director
Jerrold R Wildenauer DC, FACO
1859 Warrior Drive
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
TEL: 612-454-1472
FAX: 651-846-5590
E-mail: aco@dcorthoacademy.com
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