To become a professional chiropractor, a person must earn a D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) degree and a state-issued license to practice. The degree program takes about 4 years to complete and requires at least 3 years of college education for admission. Chiropractors are highly educated professionals who have learned about the human body extensively. Chiropractors study physiology, anatomy, biology, and other medical subjects that help them understand their patients’ complaints. Not only do they study theoretical courses, but they are also trained in spinal assessment, various adjustment techniques, and making sound diagnoses. After their education is complete, all states require them to apply for a license. They will only be given one if they complete their degree program entirely and pass all four parts of the NBCE (National Board of Chiropractic Examiners) exam. Besides formal education, it is also essential for a chiropractor to have a number of other skills. For instance, their decision-making skills enable them to decide the best course of treatment for a patient, their dexterity determines how well they can make spinal adjustments, and their detail orientation can help them make proper diagnoses. Interpersonal skills like empathy, communication, and kindness also go a long way when treating a patient. Without these human qualities, a chiropractor cannot do his job well or connect with his patients.