This research will examine any potential differences in the professional identity of Scottish chiropractors utilising the Chiropractic Professional Identity Embodiment Scale (CPIES) and the Subtype Orientation Scale (CPISOS). Data will be collected through an online web-based survey. Potential statistical relationships with variables such as age, gender, ethnicity, and previous education on chiropractic professional identity (CPI) will also be explored. This study expands upon prior investigations to further explore the CPI of chiropractic identity internationally. Additionally, the data gleaned from this study could be used as a platform to build understanding and interprofessional relationships within Scotland and, potentially, to aid in working towards greater recognition of chiropractic within Spain. This research could assist Scottish chiropractors in creating better avenues to strengthen their professional identity to help future chiropractors thrive in Europe.
All practising Scottish chiropractors and currently enrolled chiropractic students will be invited to participate in this study.
Potential participants will not be eligible if they are practising outside of Scotland or enrolled to study chiropractic in an institute outside of Scotland.