CHIROPRACTER License in Massachusetts
Quick Answer
To become a licensed chiropractor in Massachusetts, you must be at least 18, complete 60 credit hours in liberal arts or science, graduate from a CCE-accredited chiropractic college, and pass NBCE Parts I-IV plus the physiotherapy section. Fees are set by state administration; contact the Board of Registration of Chiropractors for current amounts.
- Exam
- NBCE Parts I-IV with Physiotherapy
- Timeline
- 3-6 months after DC graduation
- Background Check
- Required
- Renewal
- Every Biennial
Requirements
CHIROPRACTER license in Massachusetts
CHIROPRACTER Salary in Massachusetts
Entry Level
$51,690
Median
$77,760
Experienced
$149,990
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed CHIROPRACTER in Massachusetts.
- 1
Complete Education Requirements
Degree required
- 2
Submit Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
Third-party exam required — NBCE Parts I-IV with Physiotherapy
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 5
Receive Your License
Processing typically takes 3-6 months after DC graduation.
CHIROPRACTER Licensing in Massachusetts: What to Know
Massachusetts requires applicants to be at least 18 years old and of good moral character, complete at least 2 years (60 credit hours) in a baccalaureate-level liberal arts or science curriculum at a US DOE-accredited institution, and graduate from a CCE-accredited chiropractic college. NBCE Parts I-IV plus the physiotherapy (supportive procedures and therapies) section must be passed with official transcripts submitted directly from NBCE. The Board of Registration of Chiropractors under the Division of Professional Licensure oversees the process. Continuing education is required for renewal. Fees are set by the Executive Office of Administration and Finance but specific amounts are not listed in the COS data.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does it take to get a CHIROPRACTER license in Massachusetts?
- The process typically takes 3-6 months after DC graduation, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
- What exam do I need for a CHIROPRACTER license in Massachusetts?
- You need to pass the NBCE Parts I-IV with Physiotherapy. Third-party exam required
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