The CNS Curriculum™
Neurology Board Certification Program

Become the clinician the difficult cases get referred to.

305 hours across 13 modules — one continuous ascent through the human nervous system, from the neuromuscular junction to the cortex. It ends in board eligibility.

Investment

$1,188/mo

12 months · or $12,125 paid in full

Next Live Module

Sept 11–13

Minneapolis, MN · CNS-05

Also Available

3 Locations

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94%
Board Pass Rate
9,000+
Providers Completed
305
Credit Hours
“Why we built the curriculum this way.”
Prof. Frederick R. Carrick, DC, PhD · 90 seconds
Where This Ends

One curriculum. Three credentials — find yours below.

The CNS Curriculum satisfies the didactic hour requirements for board certification. Which credential you pursue depends on your license, and each card says plainly who it's open to.

For Chiropractors (DC) | DACNB

Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology

The specialty credential that changes what walks through your door: recognized in all 50 states, and the reason referring MDs, attorneys, and athletic programs send you the cases nobody else will take.
American Chiropractic Neurology Board · Open to DCs only
For Chiropractors (DC) | DACNB

Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology

The specialty credential that changes what walks through your door: recognized in all 50 states, and the reason referring MDs, attorneys, and athletic programs send you the cases nobody else will take.
American Chiropractic Neurology Board · Open to DCs only
For Chiropractors (DC) | DACNB

Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology

The specialty credential that changes what walks through your door: recognized in all 50 states, and the reason referring MDs, attorneys, and athletic programs send you the cases nobody else will take.
American Chiropractic Neurology Board · Open to DCs only
The Journey

Every step is sequenced. Every hour compounds.

Follow the path below. Each numbered step is a full Carrick course or program — and each objective is written the way it will change your practice, not just your transcript.
Act I · The Periphery

Where movement begins

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
1
Neuromuscular
CNS-01

History, Development & Neuromuscular Applications

You'll read a muscle as an output of a whole system — and know what its failure tells you about everything upstream
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

2
Spinal Cord
CNS-02

The Peripheral Nervous System & Spinal Cord

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

3
Brainstem
Act II · The Brainstem & Sensory Systems

Where the exam becomes diagnostic

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
4
Autonomic
CNS-03

Cranial Nerves & The Ocular Motor System

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

5
Cerebellum
CNS-04

Autonomic Nervous System & Intracranial Vascular Disorders

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

CNS-05

The Cerebellum & Vestibular System

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

6
Cortex
Act III · The Cortex & Integration

Where behavior gets explained

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
7
System
CNS-06

Frontal, Parietal & Temporal Lobe Structure & Function

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

8
Integration
CNS-07

Neurophysiology of Cardiorespiratory, Gastric & Reproductive Systems

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

9
Integration
CNS-08

Pain & Head/Facial Pain

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

CNS-09

Neurology of Movement: Case Studies

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

10
Applied
Act IV · Application & The Board

Where knowledge becomes practice

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
11
Applied
CNS-10

Examination & Rehabilitation in Functional Neurology

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

CNS-11

Board Review

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

12
Chemistry
Act V · Self-Paced Completion

The final two, on your schedule

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
13
Imaging
CNS-12

Neurochemistry & The Endocrine System

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

CNS-13

Principles of Neuroradiology

you can't yet explain.

Before you can interpret a cortex, you have to read a muscle. The curriculum starts where the nervous system meets the world
20 hrs
Live

What's covered

Embryological development and the historical foundations of clinical neurology; neuromuscular structure and function; the examination techniques that convert a motor finding into a hypothesis about network integrity, applied across musculoskeletal presentations.

Top of the Neuraxis

305 hours complete. Board eligibility unlocked.

You've satisfied the didactic requirements for board certification — and you hold a working model of the nervous system that lets you reason from any finding, at any level, in any patient who walks in.
DACNB Eligible
FACFN Pathway
Certificate of Completion
36 Months Access
What Changes

The Monday after — and the year after that.

The CNS Curriculum satisfies the didactic hour requirements for board certification. Which credential you pursue depends on your license, and each card says plainly who it's open to.

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Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

1

Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

1

Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

1

Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

1

Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

1

Annual curriculum review

Examine program scope, sequencing, and learning outcomes across diplomate, fellowship, and certificate programs.

From clinicians who
finished the ascent.

The Carrick Institute is a great place to learn contemporary neuroscience. I would highly recommend any doctor or practitioner take their courses to further their education and help patients at the highest level.
Dr. Minh Tran
Dr. Minh Tran
,
DC, DACNB
Carrick Institute has been such a positive influence on my clinical skills. I have applied something each module I have learned and helped patients progress. The instructors are such passionate docs for teaching and have a great clinical perspective. Thanks for all the years of influence to my practice and many other learners.
Dr. Annissa Slusher
Dr. Annissa Slusher
,
DC, ND
Six years into practice, and I still felt like there were so many unanswered questions about why I could help some patients more than others; why chiropractic would "work" for some and not for others. After going through my first five modules, and with a lot of support from the faculty, I am seeing more clearly how I can more regularly produce the "miracle" patients reliably, instead of popping and praying. Well worth the shock of going back to school!
Dr. Seth LaFlamme
Dr. Seth LaFlamme
,
DC, DACNB, FACFN
Ted CarrickTed Carrick

Ted Carrick

DC, PhD, Ms-HPEd

Professor of Neurology

Norman HoffmanNorman Hoffman

Norman Hoffman

DC, CCSP, DACNB, MS-ClinNeuroSci

Associate Professor of Functional Neurology

Jeremy SchmoeJeremy Schmoe

Jeremy Schmoe

DC, DACNB, FACFN, FABBIR

Assistant Professor of Functional Neurology

David TrasterDavid Traster

David Traster

DC, MS, DACNB, FABBIR, FABVR

Associate Professor of Functional Neurology

The Investment

One program fee. Every location, every format, 36 months.

Your enrollment isn't tied to a city. Attend live in Minneapolis, stream from Adelaide, finish on demand — the fee is the same and the access doesn't expire for three years.
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Intro to Functional Neurology
$5,750
Full Pathway · The CNS Curriculum™

$

1,188

/mo
×
12
or $
12,125
 paid in full
$39.75 per credit hour · 305 hours
Payment plan total $14,256. Access unlocks for 36 months from enrollment date. CE approval varies by license and region.
save $
3,000+ vs. individual courses
Run the numbers

What does it return?

The cases you currently refer out are the ones this curriculum lets you keep. Estimate what that's worth in your practice.

Average collections per case
$5,750
Neurology cases per month you currently refer out
$5,750
Years left in practice
$5,750
Added collections per month
$5,750
Added collections per month
$5,750
Added collections per month
$5,750
Added collections per month
$5,750
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In person · Cohort open

Minneapolis

Next module: CNS-05 · Sept 11–13, 2026
Cohort closes after CNS-06 — join by November or continue on demand
In person · Cohort open

Minneapolis

Next module: CNS-05 · Sept 11–13, 2026
Cohort closes after CNS-06 — join by November or continue on demand
In person · Cohort open

Minneapolis

Next module: CNS-05 · Sept 11–13, 2026
Cohort closes after CNS-06 — join by November or continue on demand
In person · Cohort open

Minneapolis

Next module: CNS-05 · Sept 11–13, 2026
Cohort closes after CNS-06 — join by November or continue on demand
In person · Cohort open

Minneapolis

Next module: CNS-05 · Sept 11–13, 2026
Cohort closes after CNS-06 — join by November or continue on demand
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Common Questions

What to expect

Do you work with companies outside North America?

Yes. We run programs internationally and have active partnerships across the US, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Our Haarlem, Cape Canaveral, Minnetonka, and Adelaide venues reflect the global reach of our community.

Can we sponsor an existing course instead of creating a new one?

Yes — this is a common "Advertise With CI" arrangement. Sponsoring a module, livestream, or course gives you aligned visibility without the lead time of building new content. Get in touch to discuss available opportunities.

How is pricing structured?

Partnerships are priced based on scope, reach, and scale. We share specifics during a discovery call once we understand what you're looking to accomplish.

Who owns the content we co-create?

IP arrangements vary by partnership. For most "Create With CI" engagements, CI retains ownership of the curriculum format and delivery infrastructure while partners retain rights over their branded content and any proprietary clinical content they bring. We detail this in every agreement.

Do you offer exclusivity?

Within certain partnership tiers and campaign windows, yes. Exclusivity is always negotiated per engagement and reflects the scale of commitment.

How long is a typical engagement?

t depends on the partnership type. Advertising and sponsorships can start within weeks. Custom content co-creation ("Create With CI") typically takes 3–6 months from agreement to release. On-site program delivery ("Bring CI To You") varies by scale — a single-day presentation can be arranged in a month or two; a multi-module program may take a full year to plan and execute.

The Nervous System Doesn't Wait

Your patients are already showing you findings you can't yet explain.

Talk to an advisor who will map the sequence against your license, your schedule, and the location nearest you. No pressure — just a plan.
“Why we built the curriculum this way.”
Prof. Frederick R. Carrick, DC, PhD · 90 seconds