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HOW TO GET INVOLVED WITH
THE NBCEDRS. LAWRENCE O’CONNOR AND
DANIEL SAINT-GERMAIN
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The NBCE’s Purpose
Established in 1963, the NBCE develops, administers and scores legally defensible, standardized written and practical examinations for candidates seeking chiropractic licensure throughout the United States and in many foreign countries.
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What is the Function of the NBCE?
The NBCE provides states, provinces and countries a valid, defensible, pre- and post-licensure examinations that reflect the current practice of chiropractic.
How do we do this? Delphi studies Practice analysis surveys Test committees Test administration
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Surveying the Profession
Through Delphi studies, we survey chiropractic college curricula to gain knowledge of what is being taught.
Through practice analysis surveys, we learn about the daily practice patterns of chiropractic practitioners.
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How can I Get Involved in Testing?
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Test Committees
The NBCE uses test committees in item development and selection of items for upcoming exams.
Test committees are made up of chiropractic college faculty, subject matter subjects, as well as clinicians who are selected from the state licensing boards.
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Test Administration
The NBCE tests at chiropractic colleges in:United States
CanadaEnglandFrance South KoreaAustraliaNew Zealand
We use examiners for the Part IV exam. These examiners are nominated by their state board.
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NBCE Governance: How can I Get Involved at the
Board Level?
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NBCE Governance Guided by an 11-member board of directors.
5 district directors 4 at-large directors 2 members from the FCLB leadership
States select (voting) delegates and alternates to attend NBCE annual meeting.
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Delegates and Alternate Delegates
Appointed/elected to serve by state licensing boards.
Delegates are the liaison to the NBCE Attend NBCE annual meetings. Vote on amendments to bylaws, which are a
critical component of the foundation of the NBCE.
Delegates bring questions and concerns from state boards to the NBCE and bring information back to the state licensing boards.
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District Directors
District directors are nominated by their district and approved by all delegates.
District directors keep their district up-to-date on NBCE activities.
District directors recommend test committee members.
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At-Large Directors
There are four At-Large Directors elected by the board.
When there is a vacancy for an At-Large Director, persons interested should contact an NBCE board member to make their interest known.
At-Large Directors serve two-year terms. At-Large Directors may be a public member .
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Where would you like to get involved?
Please talk to any NBCE board member about your interests.
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Thank you for your time today
Questions?