Acupuncture

Healthcare Providers Increasingly Rely on Acupuncture

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are a popular form of complementary and integrative medicine that is widely used worldwide. Acupuncture is one of several treatment techniques utilized as part of TCM, which is medical system that has been used for thousands of years to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Acupuncture itself, utilizes very thin, solid needles that are pre-sterilized. These needles are inserted into various points on the surface the body and bring about a therapeutic effect by stimulating the body's natural healing systems.

Would a Career in Acupuncture Suit You?

You may be well-suited to life as an acupuncturist if you enjoy:

Helping patients with traditional healing techniques and spending quality time with them to discuss diet and lifestyle choices that affect their overall wellbeing.
Collaborating with other healthcare professionals in integrated medical organizations ranging from hospitals and community health centers to sports teams and hospice facilities.
Owning and operating a private practice as a small businessperson.
Investigating and validating the integration of Eastern and Western medical traditions and techniques—an advanced degree in acupuncture will prepare you to conduct research in the field.

Discover the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) at MCPHS

Stats & Facts

MCPHS adds up to be a smart choice for acupuncture.

100+

health conditions

improved with acupuncture therapies (World Health Organization)

50+

settings

from hospitals and primary-care clinics to sports teams and medical centers

$68K

average salary

for acupuncturists in the U.S. in 2022 (ZipRecruiter.com)

News & Features

Keep up with the latest news from the New England School of Acupuncture at MCPHS.

Book Club Teaches Cultural Humility and Interprofessional Collaboration

Allison Camire uses Japanese acupuncture on female patient.

Blindness Didn't Diminish NESA Alum’s Acupuncture Ambition

'Wonderful opportunities': New England School of Acupuncture teams up with Cleveland Clinic

Acupuncture Programs

Explore flexible options to earn your advanced degree.

Pathways to a Career in Acupuncture

At MCPHS, you can enter the fascinating, high-demand field of acupuncture through a range of pathways. You must have a master’s degree to become a licensed acupuncturist, but if you don’t have a bachelor’s degree, you may opt for one of our two bachelor’s-to-master’s pathways.

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Acupuncture Pathway to Master’s Degree

A six-year undergraduate-to-graduate program—three years at our Boston campus and three years at our Worcester campus.

Details

Bachelor of Science in Public Health—Acupuncture Pathway to Master’s Degree