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The AAAOM is the oldest and largest national membership organization of acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) practitioners and supporters that serves to advance the profession and practice of AOM. The mission of the AAAOM is to support their members and the AOM community through education, occupational resources, media support, and legislative advocacy in their commitment to facilitate access to the highest quality of healthcare in the United States.
The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture is the professional organization of allopathic and osteopathic physicians (MDs and DOs) that advances the evidence-based integration of the practice of medicine and acupuncture to serve their patients.
The National Council of Acupuncture Schools and Colleges (NCASC) was incorporated in 1982 to advance the standing of acupuncture and herbal medicine in the U.S. by promoting educational excellence within the field.
Established in 1982, NCCAOM is the only national organization that validates entry-level competency in the practice of acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) through professional certification
The Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) is a specialized accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE).
Getting Licensed In Other States
The following links are for licensing requirements in neighboring states to MN for acupuncturists. This is not an exhaustive list. If you need assistance for a state that is not on this list, please contact the library.
