June 16, Montreal, Que. – The Association des Chiropraticiens du Quebec is proud to announce that it will be hosting The Wellness Practice certification courses taught by Dr. James Chestnut throughout 2011/2012.
Dr. James L. Chestnut has been studying human wellness for over 24 years. He has a Bachelor of Physical Education degree; a Master of Science degree in exercise physiology, with a specialization in neurological adaptation; is a doctor of chiropractic; and holds a post-graduate Certification in Wellness. Dr. Chestnut’s ability to interpret, teach and clinically apply research findings makes him uniquely qualified as a wellness doctor and lecturer.
His books have set the standard for evidence-based wellness care and are the course texts for the International Chiropractic Association (ICA) Wellness Certification Program.
Dr. Chestnut was named Chiropractic Educator of the Year for 2007 by the ICA, for his powerful and unique contributions to the knowledge and skill levels of thousands of doctors of chiropractic and students worldwide, and named Parker Seminars Chiropractor of the Year for 2009.
Wellness Practice Certification: What is it?
The Wellness Practice – 21st Century Chiropractic Certification Program provides doctors, students and CAs with scientific evidence and documentation regarding all aspects of chiropractic and lifestyle as the foundations of wellness and prevention.
Each module contains the most up-to-date science-to-practice evidence-based chiropractic and lifestyle intervention strategies that will move chiropractic offices into a leadership role in the wellness field. This program is designed to provide a better understanding of the evidence regarding the benefits of chiropractic care and lifestyle choices, and is endorsed by the ICA as well as approved for continuing education credits.
Details and dates
The certification will be provided in four separate modules over four non-consecutive weekends in 2011 and 2012. Please note that each module can be taken separately.
Montreal dates and themes for the courses are as follows:
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October 15-16, 2011 - Scientific and philosophical validation of the chiropractic wellness program
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December 3-4, 2011 - Wellness nutrition and natural health
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February 11-12, 2012 - Wellness physical fitness and spinal hygiene
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April 21-22, 2012 - Wellness state of mind, emotional health and secrets of eliciting patient lifestyle change
All Montreal seminars will be held at the Montreal Airport Marriott Hotel.
For more information on the certification program, including fees, please visit www.chiropractic.org . For registration instructions and details of the Montreal based seminars, please visit www.thewellnesspractice.com or contact the Association des Chiropraticiens du Quebec at 1-866292-4476.
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