This ancient form of medicine is a highly effective, affordable, low-risk treatment option for a multitude of health issues and chronic conditions. It is one of the most requested complementary and alternative medicine choices in the United States today.

Both courses within the Clean Needle Technique Program are 100% online! The Council's full CNT course, the nationally recognized standard in acupuncture safety, is a requirement for NCCAOM certification and licensure in most states. The Council's CNT Review course can be completed for PDA/CEU credits for both the NCCAOM and California Acupuncture Board. Details about both courses and how to register can be found by clicking the "Learn More" button below.
Over 50 accredited & pre-accredited acupuncture & herbal medicine colleges in 22 states offer Master's and Doctorate degree programs. Accreditation status (by the ACAHM) represents the highest level of educational program quality assurance in the U.S.

The Council has made the difficult decision to transition the 2026 Annual Conference, originally planned as an in-person event in Minneapolis, to a fully virtual format occurring April 22–24. The General Business Meeting will continue as scheduled on Thursday, April 23, in a virtual setting.

The Council of Colleges of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (CCAHM) has launched a new public webpage dedicated to federal legislative advocacy and higher education policy updates impacting Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine education.

This session will focus on timely and pressing issues affecting Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine education, including current legislative advocacy efforts and understanding and mobilizing a coordinated response to proposed U.S. Department of Education changes (Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM)).
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CCAHM’s 2026 Social Media Training will help member schools elevate their online presence and engagement strategies across platforms. Designed for administrators, faculty, and communications professionals alike...