1st Tri Class Overview

First tri is a toughy. You are likely in a new city, and possibly a new state or even country. You may be living alone (like me) or with a new roommate. The classes are challenging, the schedule is rigorous. And you are going to have to work hard. However, it always helps to have a little insight about what is to come.

 
Here is a little overview of the classes you will take:
 
Philosophy
 
This is by far your easiest class. Dr. Strang is super nice and towards the end of the tri you even get to do a little palpation. Look over his study guide and review sheets for 10 minutes before the exam and go to class - you will be golden.
 
Right and Responsibilities
 
Easy peasy, enough said.
 
EBCP
 
Not too hard, but tedious. Just make sure and do the assignments.

Information Literacy

Test out of this class if you can. The teacher will discuss this option with you on the first day of class. If you can't test out. Its not hard, just come to class.
 
CNS (Neuroanatomy)

The good is that this class has a "freeby" lab. By that I mean that a good chunk of your grade is based on lab and all you have to do to get those points is show up. In fact, if you show up to lab, you can get just 55% on every exam and pass the class. The bad is that the class is challenging and quite abstract. There is a lot of brute memorization of material, but its totally doable if you put in the time.

Embryology

This class is medium difficulty. Dr. Bhatti is extremely nice and wants to do everything she can do help you and alleviate stress; however, forming a human is no easy task. The process is quite complicated, so study study!


Spinal Anatomy
This class is a great intro to what you will be thinking of for the rest of your career. The 2nd test is challenging, so prepare accordingly, but the class is worth studying for since Spinal II is 2nd tri and a very difficult class (or so I've heard).

Gross Anatomy

I personally think this class was most difficult, but probably my favorite class. This class seems most relatable to life and chiropractic as a profession. It only covers the arms and legs and you learn tons of clinical stuff. The thing that really challenges you is the lab (which highly correlates with the class). Study early for the lab practicals and you will benefit greatly in class and lab.

Biochemistry

Many people struggle with chemistry, but don't let the name intimidate you. There is no mechanism or even molecule memorization. It is more of a biology class that takes you through the macronutrients and their digestion.

Neurophisiology

This class, admittedly, is extremely boring. Luckily, even if you find yourself sleeping in this class (it is right after lunch, after all), your book of notes (which you buy at the book store) has all the information for you.

Hopefully these short notes will help easy your nerves a bit. The unknown is often more scary than reality. I am more than happy to answer ANY question! Good Luck!