The Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine is the licensing board for chiropractors in Florida. Those applying for a license in Florida must meet the licensure requirements and all of the standards set forth by the Board. A chiropractor gives the diagnosis, and treats conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Once the license is active in the State of Florida, to maintain the license, the board requires candidates to meet continuing educational requirements.
In order to qualify for a license as a chiropractor in the State of Florida, one must first obtain a bachelor’s degree and then must complete a four-year program of chiropractic education. The undergraduate coursework must include biology, psychology, organic chemistry, physics and humanities.
The State of Florida requires the candidates for a license to successfully pass all four parts, plus the supplemental physiotherapy exam of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Examination.
This information is meant as just a basic overview. All questions, requirements, and updated information should be obtained from the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine.
The Soreide Law Group, PLLC, represents those individuals with licensure issues in front of the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine. For more information regarding our services or to speak to a lawyer, at no cost, regarding your license please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at www.floridaprofessionallicense.com.