License: CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN

Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards Division of Health Related Boards

665 Mainstream Drive 2nd floor

Nashville, TN 37243-0000

(615) 741-3807

CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN<br><br> A chiropractor manipulates the spinal column and adjacent tissues to prevent disease and correct abnormalities of the human body believed to be caused by interference with the nervous system. <br><br>REQUIREMENTS: <br>Be of good moral character, satisfy education and examination requirements.<br><br>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: <br>Must have 60 hours from an accredited college or university and be a graduate from an accredited (CCE) Chiropractic College. <br><br> EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: <br>The national exam parts I, II, III and physiotherapy are required; a written and practical examination are administered at the discretion of the board. (Part IV of the national examination is under consideration as an additional requirement.)<br><br> RENEWAL: <br>Renewal is required every two years <br><br>PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS: <br>Tennessee Chiropractic Association <br>2123 8th Avenue South<br>Nashville, TN 37204 <br>Phone: (615) 383-6231