Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Primary groupings

• 10 - Health and related fields
• 51. - Health professions and related programs
• 51.08 - Allied health and medical assisting services

51.0813 - Chiropractic assistant/technician

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of a chiropractor, to provide patient management, examination, and treatment services. These programs include courses in the principles and procedures of chiropractic; radiographic X-ray procedures and techniques; X-ray film analysis and media studies; orthopedic and neurological testing; clinical laboratory procedures; patient management and education; office administrative skills; and applicable laws and regulations.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • chiropractic assistant
  • chiropractic technician

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• Exclusion(s)

  • doctor of chiropractic medicine (DC)(51.0101)
  • medical assistant(51.0801)
  • medical office assistant(51.0710)