ABSTRACT

There has been no formal standardization in the teaching of subluxation-based chiropractic technique and analysis within chiropractic institutions. A solution is offered via a functional model for standardization and faculty certification in chiropractic technique. A proposal was created by the Clinical Faculty and the Department of Technique & Analysis to standardize the teaching of technique and to certify faculty members in various chiropractic techniques. An evolving process developed which resulted in a standardized knowledge base of technique as taught by faculty in the clinics and the Department of Technique & Analysis. There was an increase in knowledge regarding technique protocols, as well as an increase in communication between administration, clinic, and academic faculty. A majority of the faculty members received instruction about and were certified in at least two techniques. The standardization and certification process evolved from a fairly rigid model to one that allowed for more flexibility between the various groups and individuals involved. The process should be subjected to necessary modifications in order to strengthen the process and its outcome.