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In a rapidly evolving health care world, more and more people are seeking a holistic, natural approach to health. Chiropractic is leading this wellness revolution in terms of public utilisation, research and government recognition. Built on important values, the New Zealand College of Chiropractic stands on the principles of integrity, excellence, vision, gratitude and love. The calling to serve our community at a time in history where the traditional health care system is under enormous pressure has never been greater.

Located in beautiful Auckland, the New Zealand College of Chiropractic was founded by the chiropractic profession in 1994 and is proud to have entered its second decade. With a growing international reputation, students come from all around the world including Australia, Canada, South Africa, Sweden, Malaysia, Singapore, USA, Korea, Japan, Israel, Denmark, Germany and elsewhere. They range in ages from their early 20s to mid fifties. Our expanding world class faculty is committed to your professional success. Many of the standards at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic exceed expectation, ensuring you are best prepared for a successful and fulfilling career as a doctor of chiropractic.

Accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia (CCEA), and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA), the College is well credentialed to meet your educational needs. Our graduates enjoy success in practice, teaching, and in research. Career opportunities are plentiful with New Zealand College of Chiropractic graduates in high demand in New Zealand, Australia and other countries.

New Zealand is a great study destination. Government policies support international students and provide protection for student welfare and fees. New Zealanders are friendly and warm people who enjoy making friends with international visitors and students. International students are able to travel around the country and enjoy the many adventure pursuits that New Zealand is famous for. We have a beautiful country and are more than happy to share it with visitors from abroad.

Thank you for inquiring about a career in chiropractic and considering the New Zealand College of Chiropractic for your future - there has never been a better time to be a chiropractor.

How to Apply

The New Zealand College of Chiropractic teaches a four year bachelor of chiropractic degree and requires a one year university programme in basic science for entry. Applicants may be accepted into the chiropractic programme if they have completed the science pre-requisite requirements and have passed an interview. For foreign students, the interview may be taken by telephone. All students are expected to have performed to a high academic level. Interpersonal skills are considered highly important and an understanding of chiropractic is preferable.

Pre-requisites include basic science study at university and include 120 credits (or equivalent from your local university) as follows:

• Anatomy and Physiology 30 credits
• Chemistry (General or Organic) 15 credits
• Biological Chemistry 15 credits
• Microbiology 15 credits
• Biophysics 15 credits
• Unspecified 30 credits

If you have not already completed a first year university science programme, a one year specialist pre-chiropractic diploma is available from the Auckland University of Technology.

Good English language skills are essential. Students for whom English is a second language must provide documentation of their English language proficiency. Our preferred English language test is IELTS academic module. Applicants must achieve an overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0.

To apply for admission, or for further information, please email the Admissions Advisor at jo.brown@nzchiro.co.nz

In the final two years of the degree, students will work as junior and senior interns in the world class state-of-the-art College Chiropractic Centre where they will integrate and apply their classroom knowledge, refine diagnostic and technique skills, and learn to manage a wide variety of patients. They will also learn the basics of practice management, which includes patient education, interpersonal skills and communication, and ethical business practices. At every stage of their clinical experience the interns have the benefit of experienced supervisors to guide them in their clinical judgements and other aspects of patient care. All study at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic is guided by the central principle of health that acknowledges the body's self healing capabilities and our practices in the Chiropractic Centre work within this model.

All students graduate with the Bachelor of Chiropractic. The diploma is conferred at the graduation ceremony in February. International students who have departed from New Zealand will have their diploma conferred following successful completion of all degree requirements. The Professional Proficiency Exam at the conclusion of the final year of the degree is recognised by the New Zealand Chiropractic Board to be equivalent to the Board exam for registration as a chiropractor in New Zealand.

A graduate from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic can work in Sweden. After graduation they will need to enter a 9 month internship in Sweden. Out of those 9 months, 6 will be with a registered chiropractor and 3 will be within the healthcare system working with GPs, surgeons etc. Arranging the second half of the internship is usually done with the help and assistance of the chiropractor that they are interning with. After completed the 9 month internship, the graduate will then take two tests issued by the Swedish government, the first on the laws and regulations governing primary health care and the second on how the Sweden government works. Material for the exams are provided for the student once they apply for licensure.