WISCONSIN CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINING BOARD
Licensure Date: N/A
Directory page last updated 2/21/2018
The
Federation does not provide interpretation of the scope of practice laws
or rules of any chiropractic licensing authority, nor can we provide
specific details regarding licensing requirements. The educational and
testing requirements for each State or Province set forth in this
Directory are intended as a general guide. It is strongly recommended
that anyone interested in becoming licensed in a particular State or
Province contact the Board office or the Secretary of the respective
board to secure current and complete details before matriculating in any
school.
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Tom Ryan, Executive Director
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thomas.ryan@wisconsin.gov
For Information Contact:
4822 Madison Yards Way
Madison, WI 53705
Time Zone: Central
Office Hours: 7:45 am - 4:30 pm; M-F
Per Wisconsin board, refer to website at dsps.wi.gov for specific information
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Licensing Information: Stephanie Oren
Phone: (608) 266-2112
Applications: (608) 266-2112
Fax: (608) 261-7083
(Do not use FAX for applications)
Email: DSPSCredChiropractic@wisconsin.gov
Web address: http://dsps.wi.gov
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Jurisprudence Exam Dates: Open book only
Criminal background check: No
Fingerprinting: No
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Exam fee: $75 Exam/ $170 Endorsement
Initial license fee: $75
Term: Biennial, renew 12/14 of even numbered years
License Renewal fee: $170 |
Preceptor/Intern/Extern Program: Students may practice under licensed D.C. preceptorship program. College applies to Board for approval of students participating in preceptorship. No temporary license for graduated D.C. to practice under licensed D.C.
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Students or graduated: may sit for jurisprudence exam prior to graduating
Require supervised practice prior to full licensure: No
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License(s) Required for Practice: Chiropractic
Optional Certification: Approval by board needed to use therapeutic ultrasound & galvanic therapy and Nutritional Counseling Certification. |
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Requirements: Every chiropractor shall complete at least 40 continuing education credit hours in approved continuing education programs during each 2 year license registration period ending December 14 of each even-numbered year, except as specified in s. Chir 3.02 (1) (c). Every chiropractor must maintain current CPR certification during the registration period.
Program Criteria: Board approves both programs and sponsors, program relates to improving clinical skills in the practice of chiropractic. Apply to Board on special application forms. Contact State Board for copy of "Chir 5" for details.
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Distance Credits Allowed: None
Requires sexual boundaries training: No
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Requires AIDS awareness/risk prevention training: No
Other specific CE training required: No
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CONDITIONS FOR RECIPROCITY/ENDORSEMENT: Refer to http://dsps.wi.gov/Boards-Councils/Board-Pages/Chiropractic-Examining-Board-Main-Page/
EXAMINATIONS ADMINISTERED BY STATE: a State Jurisprudence (JP) Written Examination
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Part I: Required (must score a 375 or above)
Part II: Required (must score a 375 or above)
Part III (WCCE): Required (must score a 438 or above)
Part IV: Required (must score a 475 or above)
Refer to http://dsps.wi.gov/Boards-Councils/Board-Pages/Chiropractic-Examining-Board-Main-Page/ for the following categories:
Physiotherapy: Accepted
SPEC EXAM: Reciprocity/Endorsement
Reinstatement Lapsed License
Disciplinary Cases
Impairment Review
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Min. # years pre-professional education required for licensure: Must have completed 60 credits of undergraduate work, and have graduated from an accredited chiropractic college. Beginning July 1, 1998, a candidate must have attained a bachelor's degree in addition to the degree of doctor of chiropractic.
Refer to http://dsps.wi.gov/Boards-Councils/Board-Pages/Chiropractic-Examining-Board-Main-Page/ for the following categories:
Accreditation for Chiropractic Programs/Institutions:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATES OF FOREIGN COLLEGES:
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OTHER REFERENCE INFORMATION:
Refer to http://dsps.wi.gov/Boards-Councils/Board-Pages/Chiropractic-Examining-Board-Main-Page/ for the following categories:
Other licensure requirements:
Board regulates specialty council certification:
Board permits or authorizes travel-to-treat requirements:
Board permits or authorizes telemedicine issue requirements:
Licensees required to carry malpractice insurance:
Additional legally accepted terms for chiropractor (in addition to Doctor of Chiropractic, D.C., Chiropractor, Chiropractic Doctor):
Certified Clinical Chiropractic Assistants:
Chiropractors defined as Primary Care Physicians:
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BOARD MEMBERS / TERMS:
Board handles both licensing and disciplinary functions. Note: Please send all correspondence through the Board office. Board members continue to serve until replacements are continued or until they resign.
Patricia Schumacher, D.C., Chairperson, Exp. 7/1/2019
Jeffrey A. King, D.C., Vice Chairperson, Exp. 7/2019
Bryan R. Gerondale, D.C., Secretary, Exp. 7/2021
John Church, D.C., Chiropractic Member, Exp. 7/1/2017
Juli McNeely, Public Member, Exp. 7/2021
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STATISTICAL INFORMATION: Total # of Licensees as of 11/13/2017:
# of Active licenses: 2,379
# of Inactive licenses: 2,092
# of Other Status:
(Ex: retired/deceased/terminated/emeritus...)
Chiropractic Technicians: 1,121 (total active)
Chiropractic Radiological Technicians: 293 (total active) |
# of New licensees:
# of Resident licenses: 2,140 (active only)
# of Non-Resident licenses: 239 (active only)
# of Chiropractic Assistants: 0 |