In compliance with the mission of Parker College of Chiropractic, this course is structured to provide the freshman chiropractic student with an introduction and orientation to the philosophical basis of chiropractic. This course explores the history of chiropractic, the chiropractic adjustment, and the early pioneers of the profession. Fundamental differences between the chiropractic and allopathic models are addressed, stressing the differences between the mechanistic and vitalistic paradigms. The course also begins with a foundational series on establishing effective study habits, organizational planning, and common sense financial awareness to empower and encourage the student professional as he / she begins their chiropractic career.