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This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for certifying and regulating chiropractic assistants (CCA) in Pennsylvania. The legislation defines specific eligibility requirements for becoming a certified chiropractic assistant, including being at least 18 years old, possessing a high school diploma, demonstrating good moral character, graduating from an approved chiropractic assistant program, and passing a board-approved examination. The bill introduces a temporary certification process that allows applicants to work under direct supervision while preparing for their official certification, with provisions for a second examination if they fail the first attempt. Certified chiropractic assistants are limited in their scope of practice, only permitted to perform patient-related tasks delegated by and under the direct on-premises supervision of a licensed chiropractor, such as demonstrating therapeutic exercises. They cannot perform evaluations, adjustments, or modify patient care plans. The bill also restricts a licensed chiropractor to supervising no more than three certified chiropractic assistants at a time and requires the initial patient contact and evaluation to be conducted by a licensed chiropractor. Additionally, the bill mandates 16 hours of continuing education every two years for certification renewal and provides guidelines for certification renewal, suspension, and potential reinstatement.

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