Chiropractic Program

The chiropractic program at Northwestern Health Sciences University prepares students for a career as a chiropractic practitioner, educator, researcher, fitness facility chiropractor, sports team chiropractor, hospital staff, or administrator. The program focuses on a health care and healing system based on the application of non-invasive treatments and spinal adjustments to alleviate health problems cause by vertebral misalignments. Program courses include: basic medical sciences, chiropractic theory and science, postural and spinal analysis, diagnostics radiology, adjustment technique, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer chiropractic program.

The Chiropractic program at Northwestern is accredited by The Council on Chiropractic Education since 1971.

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Northwestern Health Sciences University

Also known as Northwestern

3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN

Are you interested in natural health? Northwestern Health Sciences University has programs in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Massage, and Chiropractic. Students learn the science of healing combined with the caring qualities of a well-rounded health care professional.

Clinical and internship opportunities are available through Northwestern's relationships with area natural health care providers such as Pillsbury House Integrated Health Clinic, The Penny George Institute for Health and Healing at Abbott Northwestern Hospital and their own clinics: Northwestern’s Natural Care Centers.

Northwestern is located Bloomington, Minnesota; home of the Mall of America and other popular dining and shopping attractions. Bloomington is located only 10 miles from Minneapolis, yet the college offers a scenic natural refuge located on 25 acres. Northwestern Health University is a private non-profit university serving over 900 students annually.

Pre-requisite requirements differ between the specific programs. Check http://www.nwhealth.edu/admissions/requirements/for more information regarding admission to specific colleges within the university. Tuition and fees vary widely among the different colleges and financial aid in available.

Students at Northwestern have access to tutoring and counseling, fitness and healthcare, as well as social organization and clubs.

Students Enrolled in the Chiropractic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Northwestern offers a doctorate degree program in chiropractic.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Chiropractors

Description

Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. May provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chiropractors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 17.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 690
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $60680

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).