Become a Chiropractor with RMIT Dr Dein Vindigni

— Become a Chiropractor with RMIT Dr. Dein Vindigni Head Discipline of Chiropractic School of Health and Biomedical Sciences

What is Chiropractic? ▪ ▪ ▪ Emphasises the relationship between the spine and nervous system Diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions (eg pain, disability) Is a hands-on healthcare profession Is a recognised and respected part of the health care system Is a regulated practice in all Australian States and Territories Is a rewarding career choice

What do Chiropractors do? ▪ ▪ ▪ Engage in the diagnosis and management of functional disorders of the (mechanical) musculoskeletal system Have knowledge of the effect of these disorders on the musculoskeletal system Refer to other health care practitioners when indicated Promote healthy living Attempt to optimize your health status

Where do Chiropractors work? ▪ Private practice as an: ▪ ▪ ▪ Associate Partner Sole practitioner ▪ Multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary practices ▪ Working with sporting clubs and teams ▪ University (Academic and Researcher)

Career Outlook ▪ Private practice as an: ▪ ▪ ▪ Associate Partner Sole practitioner Multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary practices Working with sporting clubs and teams University (Academic and Researcher)

Fast Facts ▪ ▪ Prerequisites: Duration: 5 year double degree Campus: Bundoora ▪ 2018 ATAR: 63. 30 Entrance Requirements: Successful completion of an approved Year 12 (e. g. VCE) or equivalent program of study. Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL). Mature age: ▪ Competitive, competing with health sciences backgrounds with partially or completed degree. ▪ Vocational qualification (massage, remedial massage, myotherapy)

Bundoora campus Focused on health and biomedical sciences, allows you to immerse yourself in a professional community for the very start of your studies ▪ Facilities replicate real-life environments ▪ Prepares you for industry placement ▪ ▪ Dedicated facilities On-campus accommodation

Program Structure ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Double degree program 4 courses per semester 30 - 60 hours per course 12 -week semesters Approximately 20 -25 hours per week contact 3 weeks of examination per semester In Year 4 and 5, clinic attendance throughout the year

Program Structure ▪ ▪ First 3 years mainly lectures / practical sessions Years 4 and 5 add clinical rotations Final semester is mostly in external practices with online lectures Throughout the course there are visiting / observing chiropractors and opportunities to engage with the chiropractic profession

What do you need to study to become a chiropractor? ▪ ▪ ▪ Chemistry Biology of the Cell Principles of Human Biology Introduction to Biosciences Anatomy Physiology ▪ ▪ ▪ Neuroscience Pathology Medical examination Differential Diagnosis for Chiropractors Diagnostic Imaging Chiropractic Clinical Practicum

Research Mission Statement of School of Health and Biomedical Sciences The School advances human health through excellent research and work-ready graduates who are compassionate and resilient. ▪ ▪ ▪ Dr Amanda Kimpton ▪ ▪ ▪ Year 1 Research for Health Sciences Permeated through program Clinical Research Project Critical analysis Critical self reflection Strong consumers of research literature Exploration of new knowledge Higher Degree by Research: Masters and Ph. D

Current Research Dr Julie Kendall ▪ ▪ ▪ Neck problems and falls in older patients ▪ Changes in gait and balance seen in patients with leg length discrepancy ▪ Community health research Postural imbalance and osteoarthritis Impact of chiropractic care on pain and disability in older patients

— Industry Experience

Why RMIT? Job ready Global experience Accreditation

Job ready Work placement is an integral part of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. ▪ ▪ ▪ You will be given opportunities to observe clinical practice on-campus and off-campus. Supervised clinical practice at the RMIT University Health Sciences Clinic at University Hill, Bundoora and community clinics. Chiropractic community clinics for people who experience social or financial disadvantage.

Health Sciences Clinic Located at University Hill, Bundoora ▪ ▪ ▪ Provides clinical training for students Prepares them for independent practice when they graduate and meets registration requirements Multi-disciplinary clinic offering Chinese medicine, chiropractic, osteopathy and psychology Provides clinical diagnosis, health advice and treatment for a range of conditions Open to the public

Global Experience RMIT University may you the opportunity to work or study overseas. ▪ ▪ We have previously undertaken outreach clinical activities in various international locations such as India, Samoa and Japan. Their availability depends upon risk assessment and Government Travel Advice. offer tour,

Accreditation Recognised by peak bodies ▪ ▪ ▪ Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education (Australasia) for the Chiropractic Board of Australia Chiropractic students are active in the World Congress of Chiropractic Students (WCCS)

Contact Us School of Health and Biomedical Sciences RMIT University Phone 03 9925 7376 Email shbs@rmit. edu. au www. rmit. edu. au/about/our-education/academic-schools/health-and-biomedical-sciences/

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