Chiropractors diagnose, treat and prevent patients' neuromuscular-skeletal disorders of the spine, nervous system, pelvis and other body joints by adjusting the spinal column or through other corrective manipulation. They are usually in private practice or in clinics with other health practitioners. (National Occupational Classification)

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The University of Manitoba does not offer training in Chiropractic studies, but does offer pre-requisite courses and educational pathways for students applying to chiropractic colleges. Please view the links below for information on U of M courses and programs and chiropractic schools in North America.

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Information for foreign-trained Chiropractors - Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials

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