Australian Chiropractic College
About
The ACC is proud to be the first, and only provider approved to deliver the Bachelor of Chiropractic (Course CRICOS Code 107411C) in South Australia.
To achieve the Bachelor of Chiropractic, students must study a five-year program.
This consists of:
- Level 1: a one-year full time (or two year part-time) Diploma of Health Sciences delivered at the ACC (as the prerequisite study require for entry into the Bachelor of Chiropractic).
- Level’s 2-5: the four-year full time (or up to eight year part-time) Bachelor of Chiropractic program, including an internship in the last two years in the Chiropractic Centre.
These can be studied concurrently at the College for face to face students.
ACC’s Bachelor of Chiropractic program has a strong focus on industry experience that includes teaching you all the skills you need to run your own practice and enjoy an impactful, flexible and independent career.
Our cutting-edge program builds on the internationally recognised curriculum of our partner, the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. We share our philosophy with global chiropractic leaders in both hemispheres.
Located in the Adelaide CBD, ACC’s campus is in the heart of central shopping, business and entertainment precincts.
Contact
Phone: 08 7082 1500
Email: admin@acc.sa.edu.au
Website: visit the
Australian Chiropractic College website
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Important Dates
Important dates
Semester 1 2024 - begins 26 February 2024
Student Outcomes
The student outcomes display the overall undergraduate results for the institution.
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For further information visit ComparED website
Policies and Services
ACC Policies & Procedures | Australian Chiropractic College | South Australia
Admission criteria
The admissions criteria for the Diploma of Health Science and the Bachelor of Chiropractic are shown in the table below.
Admission into the Bachelor of Chiropractic program requires successful progression through or completion of the ACC Diploma of Health Science or completion of pre-requisite units assessed by the ACC as equivalent to the Acc Diploma of Health Science at no less than AQF Level 5 at a registered higher education provider.
| Entry Pathway | Diploma of Health Science | Bachelor of Chiropractic |
| Recent secondary education | A student with a Year 12 qualification gained in the past two years is eligible with the achievement of an ATAR 80 or higher. Students will be considered for entry with achievement of an ATAR of 65 subject to agreeing to an Academic Support Agreement. | A student with a Year 12 qualification gained in the past two years is eligible with the achievement of an ATAR 80 or higher. Students will be considered for entry with achievement of an ATAR of 65 subject to agreeing to an Academic Support Agreement. |
| Post secondary study | Satisfactory completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL (Equivalent Full Time Student Load) of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 5 higher. Where the post-secondary study meets assumed knowledge, prerequisite and/or credit transfer requirements, credit equivalence is recognised. | Satisfactory completion of at least 1 EFTSL (Equivalent Full Time Student Load) of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 5 or 0.5 EFTSL of an AQF level 6 Australian higher education study or equivalent. Where the post-secondary study meets assumed knowledge, prerequisite and/or credit transfer requirements, credit equivalence is recognised. |
| Vocational education and training (VET) | Satisfactory completion of a VET qualification at Certificate IV or higher from a Registered Training Organisation. | Satisfactory completion of a VET qualification at Certificate IV or higher from a Registered Training Organisation. |
| Special tertiary admissions test (STAT) | Achieved a STAT score of at least 140 in the written English. | Achieved a STAT score of at least 140 in the written English. |
| Work and life experience | Demonstrate readiness for higher education studies through a resume which shows at least three years of professional experience related to Chiropractic, a 500 word personal statement, a supporting statement on company letterhead from your employer (or a trader with your business if you are the CEO) and at least two relevant written references. | Demonstrate readiness for higher education studies through a resume which shows at least three years of professional experience related to Chiropractic, a 500 word personal statement, a supporting statement on company letterhead from your employer (or a trader with your business if you are the CEO) and at least two relevant written references. |
| International students | International academic equivalence as determined by reference to the National Office for Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR) database. Should a qualification not be able to be verified by NOOSR, the College will endeavour to seek other means of verification. | International academic equivalence as determined by reference to the National Office for Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR) database. Should a qualification not be able to be verified by NOOSR, the College will endeavour to seek other means of verification. |
ATAR-based admission
For applicants who will be selected wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR.
Successful completion of the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 65.
Overseas secondary qualifications considered equivalent to the above.
- Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made in 2023: 65.8
- Minimum Selection Rank required for consideration: 65
ATAR profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023 (as at 17 October 2023)
| ATAR-based offers only | ATAR |
|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 99.75 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 87.2 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 65.8 |
Other requirements
Inherent requirements (see ACC Policies & Procedures | Australian Chiropractic College | South Australia Inherent Requirements Statement).
Clinical placements are part of the program and students must meet any requirements set by the placement organisation such as:
- Immunisation and vaccination
- Working with children check
- Working with vulnerable persons check
- Police record check
A first aid certificate is required prior to undertaking a clinical placement.
Other admission options
Please contact the ACC to discuss special entry admission if:
- You are an Aboriginal or Torres Straights Islander.
- Your study, work or life experiences have been impacted by disability, illness, family disruption, or other source of disadvantage.
Additional information
English language requirements
Students are expected to meet ACC’s English language requirements. The ACC will assess English language proficiency on the following basis including:
- English as first language;
- Overseas entrance qualification from a country where the main language is English and the main language of instruction and assessment for that qualification was English;
- An Australian University entrance qualification; or
- Evidence to the College of an IELTS outcome of 7.0 or equivalent.
How to apply
Students can apply directly to the ACC via the ACC Website.
Students are encouraged to apply at any time.
Acceptance of offer
Acceptances of Offers is required 1 calendar month prior to the start of the semester.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applicants can provide details of prior study which will be assessed for recognition of prior learning and credit transfer.
We advise all prospective students to contact our admissions office at admin@acc.sa.edu.au regarding credit transfer and/or recognition of prior learning.
Deferment
Students who wish defer may do so by following the processes outlined in the Student Handbook.
Fees and charges
Fee and charges are available from the ACC Website.
Student and campus services
Information about ACC’s student services can be found at Student Experiences & Services | Australian Chiropractic College (acc.sa.edu.au).
Where to get further information
- Australian Chiropractic College – Australian Chiropractic College’s Institute Profile
- TEQSA national register – The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia’s independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education
- Council of Chiropractic Education Australiasia (CCEA) – Accredits programs of chiropractic education providers across Australia and New Zealand have programs which are accredited with the CCEA
- Study Assist – Information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.
- ComparED - Australian Chiropractic College Limited (websilk.com.au) The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
Student Profile
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students at the institution. It provides data on all students who commenced undergraduate study in the most relevant recent intake period, including those admitted through all offer rounds, across all Australian campuses, and international students studying in Australia.
For more information about the Student Profile, please visit Student Profile explained.
| Applicant background | Semester 1 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students No. of students | Percentage of all students % of all students | |
| (A) Higher education study | 22 | 56 |
| (B) Vocational education and training (VET) study | <5 | <5 |
| (C) Work and life experience | 0 | 0 |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
|
9 | 23 |
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0 | 0 |
|
<5 | <5 |
| (E) International students | <5 | <5 |
| All students | 39 | 100% |
<5 - the number of students is less than 5
N/A - Students not accepted in this category
N/P - Not published to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
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