Common Questions

• What training is required to become an acupuncturist?
• How much do acupuncturists make?
• What is the earning potential for a licensed practitioner of acupuncture and Oriental medicine?
• What is a typical day for an acupuncturist?
• Information about credentials
• How many acupuncturists are there?
• Are acupuncturists considered primary care physicians?
• Do patients need to be referred by a medical doctor to see an acupuncturist?
• Once I have graduated from school, what do I have to do to get licensed?
• Are there entry requirements for attending school?
• What should I look for in a school?
• What is Accreditation?
• What is the value of attending a school that is accredited or that has candidacy status?
• Which colleges are accredited or have candidacy status with the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM)?
• What is the difference between accreditation and candidacy?
• How does going to an accredited/candidate college of acupuncture and Oriental medicine affect my ability to get licensed to practice in a state?
• What is the difference between an acupuncture program and an Oriental medicine program? Is one preferable over the other?
• How long does it take to graduate?
• What degree will I obtain when I graduate?
• Is there a doctorate program for acupuncture and Oriental medicine?
• Where can I find a school of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine?
• What is the tuition cost of school?
• Is financial aid available?