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.
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.
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.
Top News Headlines
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.
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.