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New to Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine?

This ancient form of medicine is a highly effective, affordable, low-risk treatment option for a multitude of health issues and chronic conditions. It is one of the most requested complementary and alternative medicine choices in the U.S. today.

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Clean Needle Technique (CNT)

Both courses within the Clean Needle Technique Program are 100% online! The Council's full CNT course, the nationally recognized standard in acupuncture safety, is a requirement for NCCAOM certification and licensure in most states. The Council's CNT Review course can be completed for PDA/CEU credits for both the NCCAOM and California Acupuncture Board. Details about both courses and how to register can be found by clicking the "Learn More" button below. 

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Find an Accredited College

Over 50 accredited & pre-accredited acupuncture & herbal medicine colleges in 22 states offer Master's and Doctorate degree programs. Accreditation status (by the ACAOM) represents the highest level of educational program quality assurance in the U.S.

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Commission Announcement

Based on the recent White House announcement regarding the May end to the COVID-19 state of emergency, ACAHM-accredited programs and institutions must receive 1.15 initial substantive change accreditation by November11, 2023 to continue offering courses or any portion of a program via distance education beyond that date.

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Most Recent NCCAOM - ASA Town Hall

NCCAOM and ASA hosted a joint virtual Town Hall meeting titled "The State of the Profession: Where Do We Go From Here?" Click the link below to access the recording, Q&A document and related presentation files.

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