Career Project - Payton Laporte by Payton Laporte

What is the career and what industry/career field does it fall into?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 15:45:07 UTC

My number one career choice is a Chiropractor. My career falls into the healthcare industry and more specifically in alternative medicine

What does someone do as a chiropractor?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 15:50:15 UTC

Chiropractors diagnose people, treat and prevent future injuries for the spine, muscles, nerves, and joints. In a typical session, they gently realign joints to decrease pain and increase range of motion.

What are the physical work conditions?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 15:54:40 UTC

Chiropractors typically work in an office-setting which is temperature controlled and clean. As well, they spend majority amount of their time on their feet, especially during procedures and consultations. Some procedures involve repeating specific motions so it could cause strain.

What skills are required/important?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:01:02 UTC

Chiropractors need to be good at diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions (the skeleton), particularly of the spine, and excellent communication skills to explain procedures and build rapport with patients.

Important skills for a chiropractor are: strong communication, listening, critical thinking and problem-solving.

What education or training is required and how long does the program take?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:06:14 UTC

According to the Gouvernement of Canada, in PEI, the education required is:

A minimum of three years of university undergraduate studies or in Quebec, completion of a college diploma in natural science is required.
Completion of a four or five year program at an Accredited Doctor of Chiropractic Education Programme is required.
Successful completion of the national examinations by the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board is required to qualify to become licensed by a provincial or territorial body.

So typically, it takes around 7-8 years, including both undergraduate studies and a chiropractic program.

Where is one place you can get the training and how much does it cost?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:08:17 UTC

In Canada, you can get chiropractic training at accredited programs like Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto or Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. (Which is where I would love to go-- the college or the French University.) Chiropractic training in Canada can take 4-5 years and costs between $29,066 and $34,539 per year. (plus other fees)

What is the approximate salary at- entry-level and advanced/experienced-level?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:11:55 UTC

In Summerside, PEI, an entry-level chiropractor's salary typically falls within the range of $60,000 to $86,000 per year. But, the average salary is in Canada is around $100,000 a year. At the experienced level, it is aproximately $119,171 per year.

What are the work prospects and will there actually be job openings in the future?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:17:12 UTC

According to the Gouvernement of Canada, the work prospects for a Chiropractor are undetermined. On the webstie, it says: "An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment." Job Bank Canada says that: "Yes, there will likely be job openings for chiropractors in the future, particularly in Canada".

Where are most job opportunities located? Can you find work inside/outside PEI?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:22:05 UTC

In Canada, the most job oppertunities tends to be in provinces with the highest populations, such as Ontario, Alberta, British Colombia. Within these provinces, cities like Toronto are also prime locations for chiropractor employment. In PEI, chiropractors are concentrated in Summerside and Charlottetown.

Why do you feel you are suited to this career (a good match)?

pala0234 — 2025-04-28 16:24:34 UTC

I feel like I am best suited for a chiropractor because you need to be strong communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for healthcare and a dedication to helping others which I had listed earlier and I feel like I have all these skills. It is my main goal in life to help people one step at a time.