Just like other healthcare providers, chiropractors have education requirements to meet before they can practice in each state. Anyone that delivers “chiropractic care” without meeting these requirements, is considered practicing without a license, which is illegal. Although each state has its own requirements, there are some similarities from state to state. In general, chiropractic education is a Doctorate degree that requires 7-8 years in total. 3 Years for a bachelor’s degree and then 4 years of chiropractic school from an accredited institution. The accreditation is supervised by the Council on Chiropractic Education. During these 4 years of training, chiropractors acquire a wealth of knowledge in subjects like anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, neurology, nutrition and biomechanics. In addition to all the course work, chiropractors acquire clinical and hands on training that prepare them for the one-year clinical rotation that needs to be completed before graduating. Additional testing is required for one to be considered a chiropractor, after graduation. Most states require chiropractors to have successfully completed National Board Exams Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 before they can apply and sit for the jurisprudence exam for the state laws and regulations. Through all the testing and examinations, the chiropractors’ knowledge and clinical expertise are being put to the test. One becomes a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, only when they show competency in all areas of their education. In the state of Texas, licensed chiropractors are required to attend 16 hours of approved continuing education courses every year to keep their license in good standing.