| Duration | 2 years full-time |
| Location | Brisbane and Mackay |
| Next start term | Term 1, 2025 |
| Study mode | On Campus |
| Course code | CC71 |
| CRICOS | 0101879 |
| First-year fee | A$30,720 (Indicative) |
Overview
Study the Master of Clinical Chiropractic and equip yourself with the knowledge and clinical skills to meet the competencies required by the Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia (CCEA) and therefore apply for registration as a chiropractor in all states and territories in Australia and New Zealand.
The Master of Clinical Chiropractic is designed as an extended (six-term) Masters to maximise clinical learning, which is largely undertaken in approved chiropractic clinics in the community and complemented by the availability of theoretical content by flexible learning.
Chiropractic training is the process of reaching a logical diagnosis, planning a patient's treatment and assessing the effectiveness of that therapeutic intervention. As a graduate of the Master of Clinical Chiropractic, you will develop the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours necessary to become a primary care chiropractic practitioner in the delivery of patient-centred care.
The course emphasises evidence-based practice, which is the combination of the best scientific information, clinical expertise, and patient's values and circumstances.
As a primary healthcare practitioner, you will:
- gain high-level practical skills integrating assessment, diagnosis and management with the clinical sciences;
- be taught rehabilitation and prevention of pain and disability of the spine and extremities;
- learn how to run a private practice and operate X-ray equipment;
- conduct supervised patient care as part of practice-integrated learning involving University teaching clinics and industry work placement;
- deliver chiropractic care safely, competently and ethically and;
- be able to analyse and synthesize complex information by creating and implementing a research project and articulating the outcomes.
“I love exercising and value the human body and its incredible potential. I am greatly satisfied with my decision to study at CQU. The learning experience is very pleasant. Being part of a small class, the tutor is fully available for any clarification about the theory and the practical techniques.
Riccardo Mura
Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic), Italy
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Master of Clinical Chiropractic will prepare you to peruse employment opportunities in fields/roles such as private practice, sports medicine, occupational health and safety, and rehabilitation. Opportunities are provided for international placement, regional and rural health engagement, and indigenous health care.
Structure & Availability
COURSE STRUCTURE
You are required to complete 18 core units.
UNIT INFORMATION
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2023 | Brisbane, Mackay |
| Term 1, 2024 | Brisbane, Mackay |
| Term 1, 2025 | Brisbane, Mackay |
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
This course has no residential schools.
Clinical Practice 1 - CHIR20002
Placement in an approved Chiropractic clinic
Clinical Practice 2 - CHIR20003
Placement in an approved Chiropractic clinic
Clinical Practice 3 - CHIR20006
Placement in an approved Chiropractic clinic
Clinical Practice 4 - CHIR20009
Placement in the University Chiropractic clinic
Clinical Practice 5 - CHIR20011
Placement in the University Chiropractic clinic
Clinical Practice 6 - CHIR20013
Placement in the University Chiropractic clinic
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Course fees
This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).
Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.
A scholarship can help with the costs involved with living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.
You may be eligible for a 25% international scholarship funded by the University.
We also offer other scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for the one that's right for you.
In addition to your international course tuition fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses.
This will include costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), general living, etc.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
