As a chiropractor you are essential. Now what? Advance your knowledge base and make essential connections at The National by FCA 2020
UPDATE: Conference postponed to Nov. 5-8, 2020, for more info go to thenationalchiro.com.
Program Overview:
- Choose from 150 hours of CE and earn up to 20 in the setting that suits your needs — breakout sessions or large panel learning
- 18 live in-class hours for LMTs (including required topics and hands-on hours)
- 12 hours for X-ray technicians
- 16 hours of business and success including leadership, marketing and more
- 12 hours for CCPAs, including the Medical Errors requirement
- 12 hours for CAs attending The Ultimate CA Track
- Obtain hours in the DABCI, DACBN and DACNB diplomate programs while attaining your CE. Additional fee required.
- Specialty tracks include Pediatric, Technology, Research and more. Included with your registration.
- Tracks especially for students and new DCs
- Optional hands-on extremity and posture workshops
- Visit the 430-booth expo to meet vendors and shop the latest industry technology from vendors, including Standard Process, Biotics Research, NCMIC, Foot Levelers and more
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY, chiropractic is rightfully recognized as essential by the federal government: You are an essential health care provider.
As the world adjusts to the new normal, health care remains a priority. It is a time to revamp, diversify your offerings and better serve the needs of your patients. We want to help you!
The COVID-19 global pandemic has changed the world. We battled unprecedented times of national crisis with self- quarantine, social distancing and limitations on gatherings. We experienced heroism in our health care system. We face unparalleled challenges, but we’re in this together and are coming out on the other side stronger than ever.
The National by FCA 2020
For decades, the Florida Chiropractic Association has offered continuing education to help meet the needs of the chiropractic community. Year after year, thousands of industry professionals gather in Orlando for “The premier chiropractic convention and expo in the world: The National.” Although this year brings obvious reasons for concern, FCA is moving forward with preparations for 2020 that will include the safest possible environment with proper social distancing and hygiene protocols. The FCA remains committed to providing the very best learning opportunities to the chiropractic profession and will leave no stone unturned to provide a safe environment for you to enjoy. Additionally, there will be opportunities for virtual event attendance this year, offering you flexibility in earning your CEs.
This year, the focus is on helping increase competency, fine-tuning tools, diversifying offerings and adapting to current times. More than 80 internationally-distinguished speakers in the forefront of chiropractic will challenge you to think outside the box and equip you with the tools you need to offer the best care now. Offering the most variety, highest-quality education, latest industry research, networking opportunities and the chiropractic expo everyone loves with the newest products, attendees can find all they need in one place.
The world-class education The National delivers a positive energy among your fellow chiropractors, CCPAs, CAs, LMTs and others in attendance. The synergy of the industry and education create a motivating atmosphere that can be felt throughout the entire convention, in spite of social distancing.
Attendees can choose from intimate breakout sessions and large panel learning. Key topics include:
- Patient-Centered Care
- Technology Implementation 2.0
- Occupational Health
- Business, Rules and Laws: Let Us Protect You
Additional subjects will cover acupuncture, radiology, Medicare, functional medicine, HIV/AIDS, technique, neurology, nutrition, laser and more. For those wanting to dive into a specific niche of chiropractic, The National by FCA 2020 offers specialized tracks and diplomates to help your practice stand out and get ahead. A sampling of tracks includes Pediatrics, Technology, Techniques, Neurology, topics for newly-licensed DCs, students and all required subjects, including Human Trafficking for Floridians. These are all included with your registration fee. Specialty diplomate hours offered include DABCI (lab testing and internal disorders), ACBN (nutrition) and ACNB (neurology).
For those who prefer a focus on growing your business, a Business & Practice Growth Track will provide social, leadership and practice-building truths to advance your practice.
The number of educational choices available allows each attendee the option to customize their learning experience. Chiropractors can earn as many as 20 continuing education hours approved for license renewal in 45 states when they attend live and in person.
Not quite ready to join us live? Attend our first-time virtual event and earn 10 hours of CEs approved in 25 states.
The connections
The National by FCA 2020 emphasizes education, but also provides opportunities to unwind. This year will look different and details on how we are allowed to gather will be provided around 30 days out. After attending classes all day, enjoy food/drinks and network with colleagues at one of the receptions available each evening. We invite you to catch up with former classmates at an alumni event offered by one of the many chiropractic colleges.
Relax in the Massage Oasis Room, where you can receive a complimentary chair or foot massage. And of course, stroll through the largest vendor exposition in the world with proper safety precaution implemented throughout every step of your experience. This is a shopping experience you do not want to miss.
Experience new products that will enhance your practice, discounts, freebies, cash prizes and booth drawings.
The ultimate office team
Don’t leave your chiropractic family and support system at home. Bring the team to experience the sheer scope of the profession they work in. When your team is engaged, your patients benefit.
The National offers tracks for your entire staff:
- Massage therapists will learn about the power of DCs and LMTs working together, and attain hands-on/live certification hours, available for national CE credit.
- X-ray technicians can explore and focus on unique clinical cases shared by veterans in the field, with 12 hours of CRT certification available.
- CCPAs can earn up to 12 CE hours.
- CAs earn a certificate when attending The Ultimate CA Track.
This is an opportunity for networking with 300 peers learning the latest and greatest to bring back to the office.
Online learning, on-demand For those not able or ready to attend live events, FCA is pleased to announce the option to earn CEs through online learning. ChiroLearn.org is a new online learning platform providing 24/7 access to top presenters and engaging content for your license renewal.
Browse through the library of CE and non-CE courses and Practice Building Webinars highlighting speakers from FCA live events. Library topics include Opioids, Nutrition, Compliance, CA Training, Practice Start-Up, Marketing & Social Media, Practice Building & Success, Insurance Resources, Help with Rules and Regulations, Product Training, Technique, Laser and more.
Just added is Module One of the Chiropractic Internist Diplomate (DABCI), just a start to the full DABCI online training that will be offered on ChiroLearn. It is a great way to keep your whole staff engaged and in the right mindset during these times. New content is added daily.
Whether you are looking for the latest world-class quality education, new products for your practice or building new relationships, we invite you to join us at the premier meeting place to connect with the chiropractic community. If you can’t make it in person this year, join us virtually. Various registration options are available, including staff discounts. Take advantage of early bird rates for The National by FCA 2020 before they end on July 31.
For more information and to register for the top meeting event in chiropractic, visit TheNationalChiro.com or call 407-654-3225.
DEBRA BROWN HAGAN is CEO of the Florida Chiropractic Association and works with a team of nine in the service of the association’s 4,700 members. The FCA hosts the largest convention and exposition in chiropractic worldwide each August in Orlando, Fla. She can be contacted at debbie@fcachiro.org.
