The 2026/2027 Equine Essentials announcement outlines the hybrid format and four practical sessions from sacropelvic work through final integration.
IAVC announced an Equine Essentials of Veterinary Chiropractic course in Germany for 2026/2027.
The announced hybrid format combines veterinary chiropractic theory on the IAVC online learning platform with in-person practical sessions. Participants can study the theory at their own pace before applying it during practical teaching.
The announced practical sessions with horses cover safe animal handling, an introduction to quadruped chiropractic adjustment, motion palpation, hand and body positioning, and treatment techniques for the sacropelvic, thoracolumbar, cervical and extremity regions.
Published practical sessions
- Sacropelvic/Thoracolumbar: September 24–26, 2026
- Cervical: November 20–21, 2026
- Extremities: January 14–16, 2027
- Veterinary Chiropractic Integration and final practical examination: February 26–27, 2027
Course dates, availability, eligibility and registration details may change. Please confirm them on the current course pages or directly with IAVC.