Education

ICSSD

One of FICS' primary objectives is promoting high standards of education and practice in sports chiropractic worldwide, in part through the development of postgraduate sports chiropractic programs.
the International Chiropractic Sports Science Diploma (ICSSD) produces a well-rounded individual chiropractor who is qualified to work at sporting events throughout the world. Furthermore, it is the minimum qualification required to be part of a FICS chiropractic delegation for a national or international event such as the Olympic and World Games. In addition to the tuition fees, effective 01 July 2010, an administrative fee of US$199 will be required in order to obtain the certification. If you have an approved advanced standing in this due to a Masters Degree, DACBSP, CCSP, etc. then simply the administrative fee is required

What is an ICSSD?
Those without a Post Graduate qualification
Those with a CCSP
Those with a DACBSP, FCCSS or qualifying Masters Degree

Module 1- Lower Extremities
Module 2 - Upper Extremities

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What is an ICSSD?

The International Chiropractic Sport Science Diploma is a postgraduate program of 2 weekend seminars combined with distance learning. We have some of the top international lecturers in sports chiropractic presenting this program. FICS’s aim is to set an appropriate minimum standard in theoretical and practical sports chiropractic education for chiropractors wanting to develop special competence in the field of sports chiropractic and to be qualified to serve on FICS teams at national and international games events.

The ICSSD is now a prerequisite for the Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Chiropractic at Murdoch University in Perth, Australia and in addition allows for advanced standing in Murdoch University’s Masters of Sports Science degree. For those who already have a postgraduate sports chiropractic qualification (e.g. CCSP or DACBSP in the US, or FCCSS in Canada) and who require an ICSSD to participate in FICS games teams, these postgraduate qualifications can be used to gain an ICSSD without difficulty. Effective 01 July 2010, an administrative fee of US$199 will be required in order to obtain the certification.

In summary, the requirements for an ICSSD are:

Those without a Post Graduate qualification:
Complete Modules 1 and 2 (weekend hands-on seminars).

1. Complete the FICS video program (distance learning through lectures on CD ROM).

2. Publishable manuscript or poster presentation or practical experience.

3. Pass the FICS written examination.

4. Verify current certification in CPR or equivalent credentials in emergency procedures.

You may sit the FICS written examination after attending after both Modules - examinations are available after each Module.

Those with a CCSP:

1. Complete Module 1 or 2.

2. Demonstrate practical out-of-clinic experience by:

a) Documenting time spent working with athletes outside your clinic and treatment provided, or;

b) Writing a case study article published in a peer reviewed journal or as a poster presentation.

3. Verify current certification in CPR or equivalent credentials in emergency procedures.

No video lectures program or examination are required.

Those with a DACBSP or FCCSS or qualifying Masters Degree.

 1. Demonstrate practical out-of-clinic experience by:

a) Documenting time spent working with athletes outside your clinic and treatment provided, or;

b) Writing a case study article, published in a peer reviewed journal or as a poster presentation.

2. Verify current certification in CPR or equivalent credentials in emergency procedures.

No Module, video lectures program or examination are required. 

For more information on the ICSSD program, including frequently asked questions and the dates of future ICSSD seminars, contact  Dr. Tim Stark at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
  

Module 1 - Lower Extremities

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Module 2 - Upper Extremities

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