Doctor of Acupuncture (DAC) Completion

Location: Online | Start Term: Fall

A pathway for master’s-trained, licensed acupuncturists ready to lead the future of integrative healthcare.

Deepen Your Integrative Medicine Expertise

Advance your career with the Doctor of Acupuncture Completion program, an innovative, fully online, part-time program specifically designed for licensed acupuncturists. With an emphasis on advanced diagnostic reasoning, case-based learning, interprofessional collaboration, and effective communication, students build the skills and confidence to lead integrative health efforts in a variety of settings. This flexible program provides an academically rigorous and clinically relevant pathway to your doctorate.

Benefits of Earning Your Doctor of Acupuncture

Students and faculty collaborating in the NESA acupuncture clinic on the MCPHS Worcester campus.

Practice Integrative & Collaborative Care

This program focuses on integrative pain management, allowing students to learn from and work alongside other healthcare professionals. This training provides the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of healthcare delivery.

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Advance Your Clinical Impact

Courses will deepen your diagnostic skills, bridging the gap between traditional Chinese medicine and modern integrative healthcare through real-world, case-based learning.

Students and faculty collaborating in the NESA acupuncture clinic on the MCPHS Worcester campus.

Maximum Flexibility & Efficiency

Designed for working acupuncturists, this program is fully online and part-time and can be completed without relocating or interrupting your practice. Earn your doctorate in just two semesters, or as little as eight months.

George Leung smiles at patient.

Sports Acupuncturist Helps Athletes Stay in the Game

Alum George Leung, ’08, has more than 25 years of experience in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation. He works with Boston’s athletes to ease sore muscles, heal overuse injuries, and alleviate join pain.
George Leung smiles at patient.