Travel, collaborate, and provide sports chiropractic care within multidisciplinary teams at global sporting events.

Delivering sports chiropractic healthcare at international sporting events worldwide

Volunteering with FICS provides a unique opportunity to work within elite sport environments while supporting athletes, officials, and event personnel competing and operating at the highest level of international competition. From major multi-sport Games to world championships, FICS volunteers become part of a global healthcare network committed to athlete performance, recovery, wellbeing, and excellence in sports healthcare delivery.

FICS is committed to building diverse, inclusive, and internationally representative healthcare delegations while continuing to provide opportunities for its members worldwide. We encourage applications from all eligible FICS doctors, regardless of background, nationality, gender, or level of experience.

Delegation selection considers a range of factors including professional experience, event requirements, gender balance, and geographic representation. As a result, selection for international events is highly competitive, and not all applicants may be selected for each Games.

To learn more about the FICS volunteer experience and the broader vision behind international sports healthcare service, download and read: The FICS Volunteers_The Big Picture:

If you are interested in volunteering at a FICS event, please watch for the official call for volunteers. Opportunities will be promoted through FICS social media channels and listed on the events calendar below.

• Where possible, FICS will aim to open applications at least 4–6 months prior to an event.
• However, some events may only provide a 4–6 week window to advertise, select the team, and complete the necessary preparations.

For Gold Tier events, applications may open up to one year before the competition due to the scale and planning requirements involved. If these events are of interest, we encourage you to stay connected with FICS updates and check the website regularly.

All applications must be submitted to the Games Admin mailbox at games@fics.sport. Applications will be collected and collated for review.

Teams are selected by the International Sporting Federations Commission (ISFC).

The ISFC Committee will advise applicants of the outcome and, if successful, will provide the FICS Code of Conduct, Field Manual, and all relevant event information required to perform duties as a member of the FICS team.

To be eligible to volunteer at FICS events, you must meet the following criteria: 

• Current FICS or NCSC/RCSC membership  
• Chiropractic degree from an accredited institution 
• Active license in good standing, if applicable.  
• CPR certification valid within two years 
• ICSC certification, or current enrolment with completion of ICSC01 (Head Injury) and ICSC10 (Working at International Events) 
• Malpractice insurance to practice chiropractic in your country 
• Registration in the FICS Global Chiropractic Provider Pool (GCPP)

Timelines: The majority of each year's events are published by the end of the year, with more added throughout the year as confirmed. 

We work to a 12-week selection deadline, so teams are generally selected at least 12 weeks before an event. 

• Occasionally, an event is confirmed with less than 12 weeks' notice. This is the exception rather than the rule, and when it happens we work closely with the team and the organisers to make sure everything is in order in time. 

FICS’ s goal is to promote the growth and development of our members.

• This approach not only supports the International Federations but also ensures a legacy of inclusivity and growth within the organisation.
• By including a mix of veteran doctors, those with minimal experience, and first-time event doctors, FICS ensures that all members can advance their careers and contribute to the global sports chiropractic community.
• Maintaining these high standards, including the chiropractic degree and ICSC certification, is essential to ensure that every doctor representing FICS meets the highest professional and clinical requirements.
• These standards uphold our global reputation and ensure the quality of care provided at all events, which is crucial for maintaining trust with international sports federations.

Selection of the teams will vary according to the category of the event being advertised. We will categorise these events into Gold, Silver and Bronze tier events. Each event will carry a certain number of points which you will be able to accrue and put into your Games Selection portfolio. The idea of the tiering system is not only to encourage you to get more involved in all level of events and different sporting codes but most importantly, it will give the Games Committee a more objective and transparent system by which to select the best team and most appropriately experienced FICS teams for specific events.

For our Gold Tier events, we would need to send our most experienced and most reliable team possible. This tiering system will afford the ISFC Commission a clear and fair way of making these selections. There will be a number of ways that a member will be able to accrue points for their portfolio:

• completing further CPD and educational requirements
• involvement in the FICS administration/management/commission structures
• involvement in local community sports teams/federations
• involvement and participation in your NCSC/RCSC

Participation at events is vital and will weigh significantly when it comes to selecting FICS teams that will need to be “match fit”.

Register in the Global Chiropractic Provider Pool (GCPP)

All FICS members who wish to volunteer must register in the GCPP to be considered for an event, regardless of whether they have completed their ICSC. Registration is your gateway to FICS opportunities, and it means you will be among the first to know when a new event is announced. 

This is where you upload the documents that show you meet the eligibility requirements, so that FICS can verify your credentials and match you to suitable events. You'll be asked to provide: 

• Your chiropractic degree or/and licence to practice 
• CPR certification valid within two years 
• Malpractice insurance to practise chiropractic in your country 
• A valid passport, which confirms you are able to travel internationally. If you are an EU national attending an event within the EU, a valid national ID card is accepted in place of a passport 

 If you would like to read more about the requirements, you can find them in the Selection Process & Timelines section earlier on this page. 

By registering, you give the FICS team permission to contact you when the next opportunity becomes available. Your details remain on file, and you can update your documents within the portal whenever you need to. 

ICSC Requirement  

The level of ICSC certification you need depends on the event:  

• For Bronze and Silver Tier events, you must have registered for and started your ICSC, including completion of ICSC01 (Head Injury) and ICSC10 (Working at International Events). 
• For Gold Tier events, you must hold full ICSC certification.
• If you have not yet started the ICSC, you can find all the details you need on this page. Education - FICS - ICSC Certification.
• Once you are ready to start, modules can be purchased from the FICS shop.

FICS events are added throughout the year, so the list is always changing.

Registering in the GCPP keeps you in our provider pool, but to be considered for a specific event you must also complete the online Event Interest form each time a call for volunteers opens. Registering once does not put you forward for every event automatically, so it's worth checking back regularly. 

NOTE: If you are applying for more than one event:  

• List them in order of preference 
• Indicate how many you can realistically commit to 

Please apply only for events you are confident you can attend. Applying for several events may result in selection for more than one, so be realistic about your capacity to travel and volunteer. 

Submit your event interest:https://ficsrx.com/  

If you have any questions about the process, reach out to our team at games@fics.sport 

Once the 12-week selection deadline for an event has passed, the appointed members of the ISFC meet to select the team. Selections are made in line with the FICS Selection Criteria Policy. 

Selection Notification 

The Games Admin team will notify successful applicants. After everyone confirms their placement, notification will also be sent to all unsuccessful candidates.  

Games Admin will then be in touch to help with travel arrangements, brief you on the event logistics, and let you know who your Venue Team Leader or Chef de Mission will be. They will guide you through the process and ensure you have the appropriate kit and equipment.  

Event Team Meeting 

Around 4 to 8 weeks before the event, a pre-event meeting is held with the event team and the ISFC to walk through the logistics and answer any questions you may have. The meeting is usually held over Microsoft Teams, and you will be asked for your availability beforehand so it can be scheduled.  

Before the event 

All team members will receive the FICS Field Manual and must sign the Code of Conduct to confirm they have read and understood the expectations, responsibilities, and standards required when representing FICS.

Point of Contact 

FICS Games Admin works with the Local Organising Committee (LOC) to collect event information and share relevant details with the FICS doctors attending the event. At Gold Tier events, the Chef de Mission coordinates directly with the event organisers. 

During the event, your Venue Team Leader or Chef de Mission is the main point of contact for any questions or issues. The Games team can also be contacted through the event-specific WhatsApp group, which is set up for communication before and during each event. 

Share Your Event Story. Every FICS event has a story worth sharing. 

After each event, the Venue Team Leader, with input from the team, is asked to prepare a short blog that captures the experience of working together, supporting athletes, and representing FICS. 

The blog does not need to be formal. The best stories are personal, engaging, and written in a way that helps others understand what it is like to be part of a FICS event. You may wish to include key highlights, memorable moments, how the team worked together, the impact of the care provided, and practical details such as the number of athletes seen or treatments delivered. 

Blogs should be submitted within 30 days of the event finishing.

• Click to download FICS_Games_Blog_Template
• Click to visit the Blog section of the FICS website.

FICS adheres to all requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and is committed to protecting your personal information.

All submitted documentation is securely stored and will remain on file. You won’t need to resubmit the same documents for each application unless there has been a change in your status.

We encourage you to update your information regularly to help ensure a smooth and efficient application process for upcoming events.