CA 101: Introduction to The Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Program

CA 101: Introduction to The Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Program is an online chiropractic assistant course that lays the foundation for the Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant (CCCA) role. Participants are introduced to the chiropractic profession, the clinical assistant’s place on the healthcare team, and the expectations of modern practices and licensing boards.

This two-hour online class outlines basic CCCA qualifications, common daily responsibilities, human relations in healthcare, and licensure responsibilities. The course supports both initial chiropractic assistant certification pathways and chiropractic assistant license renewal, with instant certificates available upon completion.

Estimated Completion Time

Approximately 2 hours (Online Format: video, text, & downloadable study guide)

Course Topics

• Introduction to the chiropractic profession
• Basic qualifications for the Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant (CCCA)
• Common responsibilities of the chiropractic clinical assistant
• Human relations and communication in healthcare settings
• Responsibilities related to licensure and regulatory compliance

Learning Objectives

• Describe the role of the chiropractic clinical assistant within the chiropractic profession
• Identify basic qualifications and expectations for CCCA candidates
• Summarize common duties and workflow responsibilities of the chiropractic assistant
• Discuss key principles of human relations and professional communication in healthcare
• Explain core licensure and compliance responsibilities relevant to chiropractic assistants

Course Structure

• Concise, clinic-focused instructional modules
• Examples illustrating typical chiropractic assistant responsibilities
• Emphasis on real-world communication and professionalism
• Knowledge checks reinforcing core CCCA concepts

Quick Course Details

• Course Type: Online
• Credit Hours: 2
• Instructor: Monte Horne, DC
• Format: Recorded online presentation with self-paced access
• Access: Log in and out as needed; resume where you left off
• Certificate: Instant certificate available upon successful completion
• Use Cases: CCCA preparation, chiropractic assistant certification, and license renewal support

About the Instructor

Monte Horne, DC is Founder and Lead Educator at CCEDseminars and postgraduate faculty in the Division of Postgraduate Studies at Texas Chiropractic College. He is the program creator of the FCLB-recognized Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant pathway and has served the profession for decades through education and leadership roles.

With more than 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Horne delivers PACE-recognized training in documentation, functional assessment, and clinical reasoning. His instruction helps chiropractic assistants and providers elevate patient care while meeting board and certification requirements.