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Certification

Acupuncturists

Certification Description
The NCCAOM has established three routes of eligibility for certification in Acupuncture. Individuals may qualify to take the NCCAOM examinations by meeting all of the requirements specified under any one of the three routes.

Certifying Organization
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
http://www.nccaom.org

Certification Details
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Diplomate in Acupuncture Website

Certification Description
Earning a credential from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) represents a significant professional achievement. NCCAOM certification makes an important statement about professional competence that is recognized by regulatory bodies, the profession, and the public. Maintaining your credential for the balance of your professional career is essential.
There are more than 50 schools of Oriental medicine in the country. NCCAOM Diplomates practice in virtually every state and international countries. The unprecedented growth and acceptance of Oriental medicine over the last 20 years is due in no small part to the existence of a legitimate certification and examination program based on national standards. Today the NCCAOM offers certification in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, and Asian Bodywork Therapy.

Certifying Organization
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
http://www.nccaom.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Diplomate in Oriental Medicine Website

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