FICS
Membership
FICS is the leading global organisation providing equitable access to sports chiropractic care, education, mentoring, and research to all athletes and sports chiropractors regionally, nationally, and internationally. Our members are also our partners, who represent, promote, and strengthen sports chiropractic within their country.
Expand Your Networks with FICS Membership
Membership with FICS
Join the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport (FICS) and broaden your connections within the world of sports chiropractic by becoming a member of your National Chiropractic Sports Council (NCSC) or Regional Chiropractic Sports Council (RCSC).
Benefits of Joining Your Local NCSC
For more details and to start your membership process, visit the FICS website or reach out directly to your local NCSC.
- Automatic FICS Membership: By joining your local NCSC/RCSC, you gain automatic membership to FICS. Note that some countries register their Fellows directly with FICS. Verify with your local NCSC/RCSC or contact FICS for assistance.
- Inclusive Fees: The registration fee for NCSC/RCSC members is included in the membership fee paid to the NCSC/RCSC. The FICS fee we charge the NCSC/RCSC for your membership is 30.00 CHF per person per calendar year.
- Local and International Opportunities: Attend local events at NCSC/RCSC members’ rates and enjoy full FICS membership benefits. Eligible NCSC/RCSC members have access to ICSC scholarships, grants, and priority selection for international games.
Individual Membership with FICS
Download: Individual Member (Application)
In countries with an established NCSC/RCSC registered with FICS, joining through the local NCSC/RCSC is recommended. However, if there are restrictions or hesitations about joining the local NCSC/RCSC, FICS will consider your reason for joining FICS as an individual member.
To proceed with this route, please fill in the individual application form, outlining your reasons for direct membership and why joining the NCSC/RCSC is not suitable for you.
Your application will be reviewed by the FICS Membership Chair and the FICS Regional Representative for your region.
Student Membership
For more details and to start your membership process, if you have further questions, you can reach out to FICS via admin@ficsport.org.
- Automatic Benefits: Students enrolled in a chiropractic program at a college or university registered with FICS automatically receive full membership benefits.
- Starting a Sports Chiropractic Club: If your institution is not a FICS member but you wish to start a sports chiropractic club, FICS offers registration options. Contact student@fics.sport or visit the student resource page on the FICS website.
- Join Local NCSC: Students can also join their local NCSC/RCSC to connect with the regional chiropractic sports community.
More About College, Educational & Individual Membership
College & Educational Institutions
Educational Institutions which have a chiropractic program are putting their support behind strengthening the efforts to grow sports chiropractic globally.
FICS and the educational institutions work together to create a strong, cohesive voice for the acknowledgment of the education and research of the profession of sports chiropractors on the global stage. FICS works closely with our Educational Institutions to enhance and widen opportunities for chiropractic students. This provides both their students and faculty with further opportunities for collaboration, networking, and resources.
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Don’t see your University/College name below. Contact us to discuss a package suitable for your University/College.
- Canada Université du Québec á Trois-Rivières
- France Institut Franco-Europeen de Chiropratique (IFEC)
- Malaysia – International Medical University
- USA Life University
- USA Logan University
- USA Southern California University of Health Sciences
- USA Parker University
- USA Texas University
- USA University of Western State
- USA Northeast College
- UK McTimony College
- UK Anglo-European College of Chiropractic (AECC)
- UK London South Bank University
- UK Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIOC)
Individual Membership
FICS wants to ensure you are fully aware of the two (2) ways you can become a FICS member and connect with the international chiropractic community.
1. Join FICS via your local NCSC – FICS membership dues 30.00 CHF calendar year paid within your NCSC membership dues, paid to the NCSC. Refer NCSC section of this webpage.
2. Individual membership with FICS – 125.00 CHF per calendar year directly with FICS
To proceed with this route please fill in the application form below, outlining your reasons for direct membership and why joining the NCSC is not suitable for you. Your application will be reviewed by the FICS Membership Chair and the FICS Regional Representative for your region.
They will assess your application, which may include an electronic interview if clarification is needed and make a recommendation to the FICS Executive Council regarding membership status. Once the Executive Council has endorsed the recommendations, you will be informed of the decision. We aim to process your application promptly within three working weeks of submission.
We look forward to hearing whether you would like to proceed as an individual member or would like the details of your local NCSC. Download an application form below and send it to admin@fics.sport
What is a NCSC/RCSC
One of the key activities of FICS is the provision of sports chiropractic services at international events, enabling us to achieve our vision of providing access to sports chiropractic for all athletes. To support this vision, FICS welcomes members, whether through our partner National Chiropractic Sports Councils (NCSC) / Regional Chiropractic Sports Councils (RCSC) or via Individual Membership.
FICS wants to ensure you are fully aware of the two (2) ways you can become a FICS member and connect with the international chiropractic community.
FICS boasts a significant international membership base, including 31 current NCSCs/RCSC, several educational institutions, and affiliated organisations.
Join FICS via your local NCSC/RCSC – FICS membership dues are 30.00 CHF per calendar year, paid within your NCSC/RCSC membership dues, paid to the NCSC/RCSC.
By joining your local NCSC/RCSC, you automatically become a member of FICS. When FICS has a local NCSC/RCSC in your country, we want to ensure you are informed about this group and the additional benefits joining via this route provides you. Joining FICS through your local NCSC/RCSC allows you to connect with top sports chiropractors in your region whilst gaining FICS membership for international connections and exposure.
By becoming a member of your NCSC/RCSC, you gain:
- Access to sports-related CPD webinars, seminars and Local NCSC network connections.
- Opportunities to gain experience working in sports at the local and national level.
- FICS membership, which is included in your NCSC/RCSC dues, providing:
- Discounts on FICS International Certification in Sports Chiropractic (ICSC) Educational modules;
- International networking and access to international mentoring opportunities;
- Access to international-level events with International Sporting Federations working within the Polo clinics;
- Access to FICS sponsors products, Scholarships for Masters in Sports Medicine-related fields with FICS Educational
- University Partners, grants and research opportunities; and
- Other benefits associated with being part of a diverse international family.
You can contact FICS via email. We are happy to guide and assist you with any questions you have.
More About Associated Member Org & NCSC/RCSC with FICS
Associated Member Organisations
Associate Member is any association, organisation, institution, or individual that supports the goals of FICS. These may include but are not limited to National Associations that are affiliated with The World Federation of Chiropractic. By joining FICS as an associated member these organisations are putting their support behind strengthening the efforts to grow Sports Chiropractic globally.
Associated Membership Benefits:
Collaboration: Continual Education (CE) partnerships. Collaboration in the development of shared revenue partnerships for recognition of FICS International Certificate in Sports Chiropractic (ICSC) Program.
Branding, news, and information – Publications within FICS E-News and social media platforms. *FICS produces an eNews magazine once a quarter. This magazine is circulated to members and sports chiropractors within the international community across 26 countries (3,702 organic followers). Due to FICS’ highly defined and engaged demographic, the FICS Facebook posts record on average a click-through of 12.35% (The average industry standard click-through rate (CTR) for Facebook ranges from 0.5% to 1.6%. Where you have a targeted audience, 2% is considered to be a strong CTR).
Network: Access to FICS global network.
Mentoring Program: The Mentoring Program offers students access to enhances academic learning and global awareness in the specialty of sports chiropractic.
Current Associate Member Organisation includes.
- Australian Chiropractic Association
- Canada Chiropractic Association
- Danish Chiropractors Association
- Swedish Chiropractic Association
- Malaysia Chiropractic Association
Registering a new NCSC with FICS
National Chiropractic Sports Council (NCSC) & Regional Chiropractic Sports Council (RCSC)
FICS has a Membership Commission whose primary role is to support NCSC and facilitate growth among like-minded members of the country. The Membership Commission will assist you in starting up and in the subsequent ongoing support of your council.
The NCSC/RCSC is required to develop articles and bylaws. FICS has templates in place to assist you in this development if requested. These organisational documents are designed to be simple and clear while being adequate to provide a basic structure for the new NCSC. The templates are purposely drafted to allow maximum flexibility for the NCSC to create an environment specific to the needs of the council while still maintaining a suitable governance structure. Those forming a new council may want to take legal advice about any requirements for a properly established legal association in the country – e.g. minimum requirements, the minimum number of members, etc.
Refer to article 4.1 of the FICS Statutes for more information about registering a new NCSC.
CONTACT US:
Membership Commission: membership@fics.sport
Admin Support: admin@fics.sport
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