Essentials Course
The Postgraduate Essentials in Animal Chiropractic Course is designed as continuing education for chiropractors and veterinarians. The curriculum meets the standard of education put forth by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA), the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association (IVCA) and the Kansas Board of Regents. Its purpose is to provide exceptional education in Animal Chiropractic to ensure that its graduates can practice with the highest Standard of Care.
Course Overview
- Total Hours: 210+ hours (135 hours of lecture + 75 hours of hands-on labs).
- Certification: Graduates are eligible to take the national/international certification exams (AVCA or IVCA).
- Location: All training (including labs) happens on-site in Wellsville, Kansas. No off-site travel is required.
What You Will Learn
The curriculum is divided into five core modules which must be taken in the designated order; Sacropelvic, Thoracolumbar, Cervical, Extremity, and Integrated. Modules cover:
- Anatomy & Biomechanics: Comparing how horses, dogs, and humans move.
- Neurology: Understanding how the nervous system affects animal health.
- Veterinary & Chiropractic Sciences: Blending traditional veterinary medicine with chiropractic philosophy and pathology.
- Diagnosis: Learning how to analyze gaits, palpate joints, and read diagnostic imaging (X-rays/MRI).
- Adjusting Techniques: Extensive hands-on practice learning how to safely perform chiropractic adjustments on animals.
Flexible Learning Options
Choose the pace that fits your schedule.
- The 5-Month Track (Most Popular): Attend one 4.5-day module per month (Wednesday–Sunday).
- The Accelerated Track: Complete the entire course in 5 consecutive weeks during the summer.
- Flexibility: You have up to two years to complete all five modules.
Course Schedule & Fees
5 Week Summer 2026 – $8,725 ($8,475 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | July 8-12, 2026 |
| Thoracolumbar | July 15-19, 2026 |
| Cervical | July 22-26, 2026 |
| Extremity | July 29-August 2, 2026 |
| integrated | August 5-9, 2026 |
Essentials Fall 2026 – $8,975 ($8,725 if paid in full)*
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | October 7-11, 2026 |
| Thoracolumbar | November 4-8, 2026 |
| Cervical | December 9-13, 2026 |
| Extremity | January 13-17, 2027 |
| integrated | February 17-21, 2027 |
Essentials Spring 2027 – $8,975 ($8,725 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | February 10 – 14, 2027 |
| Thoracolumbar | March 17 – 21, 2027 |
| Cervical | April 14 – 18, 2027 |
| Extremity | May 12 – 16, 2027 |
| integrated | June 9 – 13, 2027 |
5-Week Summer 2027 – $8,975 ($8,725 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | July 14 – 18, 2027 |
| Thoracolumbar | July 21 – 25, 2027 |
| Cervical | July 28 – August 1, 2027 |
| Extremity | August 4 – 8, 2027 |
| integrated | August 11 – 15, 2027 |
Essentials Fall 2027 – $9,225 ($8,975 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | October 6-10, 2027 |
| Thoracolumbar | November 3-7, 2027 |
| Cervical | December 8 – 12, 2027 |
| Extremity | January 12 – 16, 2028 |
| integrated | February 16 – 20, 2028 |
Essentials Spring 2028 – $9,225 ($8,975 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | February 9 – 13, 2028 |
| Thoracolumbar | March 15 – 19, 2028 |
| Cervical | April 12 – 16, 2028 |
| Extremity | May 17 – 21, 2028 |
| integrated | June 14 – 18, 2028 |
Essentials Fall 2028 – $9,225 ($8,975 if paid in full)
Does not include 3% credit card fee
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| Sacropelvic | October 4 – 8, 2028 |
| Thoracolumbar | November 8 – 12, 2028 |
| Cervical | December 13 – 17, 2028 |
| Extremity | January 17 – 21, 2029 |
| integrated | February 14 – 18, 2029 |
Key Benefits
- Hands-On Learning: You work directly with horses and dogs in every module.
- All-Inclusive: Tuition includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and comprehensive study notebooks.
- Expert Support: Small group labs and Q&A sessions ensure you master the techniques before graduating. 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
- Notebooks: Two large notebooks of extensive notes are also provided.
Payment Options
We offer two(2) payment options for the Essentials Animal Chiropractic Course:
- Payment in Full with a Discount: $8,475 USD (After September 1, 2026 new paid in full tuition is $8,725 USD). Full payment must be received by the end of module 1.
- Standard Payment Plan: $8,725 USD (After September 1, 2026 new Tuition is $8,975 USD). First 2 payments are $2,958 and are due by the end of module 1 and end of module 2.
Deposit: $350.00
The deposit is required to hold a seat. Sessions often fill quickly. Please remit the deposit with the application within thirty (30) days before the start of the first module. When application and deposit or payment is received, you are placed on the roster.
If a group of modules is already filled, you will be notified and have the choice to be placed on a waiting list, have your application processed for the next most convenient session, or have your application returned and all monies refunded.
Books: In addition to tuition, there is a required list of text books and/or other materials that will cost no more than five hundred US Dollars ($500.00 USD).