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 United States 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 ACAHM) represents the highest level of educational program quality assurance in the U.S.
Top News Headlines
URGENT ACTION NEEDED: Protect Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Education Funding!
We need your IMMEDIATE action regarding the higher education budget reconciliation bill currently being marked up by Republican staffers. This fast-moving legislation contains several provisions that would severely impact acupuncture and herbal medicine education nationwide.
CCAHM Reconvenes for its First In-Person Spring Conference Since 2019
CCAHM would like to send a massive thank you to everyone who made last week’s Spring Conference so successful!
Assessment of Education, Training, and Practice for Student Development - May 8th CCAHM Virtual Workshop with Jeral Kirwan, PhD
We are pleased to announce an upcoming faculty development opportunity on May 8, 2025 from 3:00-4:30 pm ET focusing on educational assessment theory and best practices tailored specifically for acupuncture and herbal medicine educators.
Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (CCAHM) Issues New White Paper on Acupuncture Safety and Hospital Accreditation Standards
The Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (CCAHM) is pleased to announce the publication of a new white paper titled "Acupuncture Safety in the Hospital Setting: The Congruence of the CCAHM Clean Needle Technique and the Joint Commission Standards."