Frequently Asked Questions:
Who can practice AK?
The International College of Applied-U.S.A. defines the practice of Applied Kinesiology as limited to health care professionals “licensed to diagnose.”
Most members of the ICAK-U.S.A. have taken a basic course that takes over 100 hours of classroom study and practice to complete. A basic proficiency exam in AK must be passed at the conclusion of the course. A minimum of 300 hours of AK instruction, passage of written and practical examinations, and submission of two (2) original research papers are required to become a Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK). A Diplomate represents the highest level of certification in AK.
I would like to take courses in applied kinesiology- what is your college schedule of classes?
Actually the College is an association of license to diagnose health care practitioners who have joined together because of their interest in Applied Kinesiology. Our courses are limited to license to diagnose healthcare practitioners and/ or students enrolled in an accredited college program who, upon completion, will be granted a license to diagnose. If this applies to you, please see our training schedule for more information on courses offered.
What do the various initials after the doctor’s name mean?
ATC – Athletic Trainer, Certified
BCAO – Board Certified Atlas Orthogonist
CCEP – Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner
CCH – Certified in Classical Homeopathy
CCN – Certified Clinical Nutritionist
CCRD – Certified Chiropractic Rehabilitation Doctor
CCSP - Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
CCST – Certified Chiropractic in Spinal Trauma
CNS – Certified Nutrition Specialist
CSCS – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
DAAPM – Diplomate of the
DABCN – Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Neurologists
DABCO – Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractors
DACBI - Diplomate American Board of Chiropractic Internists
DACBN – Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition
DACBN – Diplomate of the American Clinical Board of Nutrition
DACBSP—Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
DACNB – Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board
DC – Doctor of Chiropractic
DDS – Doctor of Dentistry
DHM – Doctor of Homeopathic Medicine
DIBAK – Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology
DICCP - Diplomate of the International Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics
DO – Doctor of Osteopathy
DOM - Doctor of Oriental Medicine
FIACA – Fellow of the
FIAMA – Fellow,
FICS – Fellow of the International Craniopathic Society
IAMA –
LAc - Licensed Acupuncturist
LDN - Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
MD – Doctor of Medicine
MS - Master of Science
MSOM – Master of Science, Oriental Medicine
ND – Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
NMD – Naturopathic Medical Doctor
NMD – Neuromuscular Dentistry
Can I get the name of a Doctor in my area?
Yes, please visit our online directory.
If you need further assistance locating a doctor do not hesitate to call the ICAK-U.S.A. Central Office, (913) 384-5336, and a member of the ICAK-U.S.A. staff will help you.
Who can be a member of ICAK-U.S.A.?
The International College of Applied Kinesiology-U.S.A. and its courses offered by the College are only open to those individuals who are health care practitioners, licensed to diagnose, or students enrolled in an accredited college program who, upon completion, will be granted a license to diagnose.
Membership Application Requirements - Doctor:
Membership in ICAK-U.S.A. is open to health care professionals licensed to diagnose in their states.
1. One letter of recommendation from a ICAK-U.S.A. member in good standing
2. Photocopy of state licensing board certificate
4. Application fee of $45.00 (one time fee)
5. Annual dues of $400
What is included in my membership (doctor)?
- Full voting and membership privileges
- Patient referral
- Membership directory and listing in the directory
- Meeting discounts
- Eligibility for Diplomate certification
- Annual Proceedings
- Website listing (if PAK certified)
- Website Resources
- Quarterly AK educational information
- Membership plaque (each additional year of membership you receive a placard indicating year of membership.)
When submitting an application to ICAK-U.S.A., non-U.S.A. residents must first be members of their respective chapters and verify this membership. (Chapters include: Australasia, Canada, Germany, Russia, Italy, England, Scandinavia and Benelux).
What is the cost of a membership (doctor)?
If you join:
- April through June $400 + $45 one time processing fee*
- July through September $295 + $45 one time processing fee
- October through December $215 + $45 one time processing fee
- January through March $135 + $45 one time processing fee
*If joining April through June, you may qualify for the semi-annual dues payment option. This option is only available to new members and not to renewals.
If you are in:
- First year of practice -- $135 and a $45 processing fee
- Second year of practice -- $215 and a $45 processing fee
- Prorated dues for 1st and 2nd year doctors are not available.
Do I have to pay my membership fee all at once?
No, you have two options for payment. 1) one payment for the full year is $400 (or other dues amount), 2) 2 payments—1st due on May 1st $205 and 2nd due on Nov 1st $205. We charge and additional $10 for admin costs for semiannual dues payment.
What is the cost if I am retired?
$200 if you are/were a licensed to diagnose healthcare practitioner who is now retired from practice.
Can students be a member of ICAK?
Undergraduate Memberships are open to full-time students enrolled in a postgraduate program which would grant a degree enabling the student to obtain a license to diagnose.
What is included in my membership (undergraduate)?
- Membership directory and listing in the directory
- Meeting discounts
- Quarterly AK educational information
Membership Application requirements - Undergraduate
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