Careers in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Start Your Healing Career in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
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Are you looking to explore a new healing career in acupuncture and herbal medicine? According to BLS.gov, people are becoming increasingly interested in alternative or complementary health care, which is why the demand for integrative medicine is growing in the United States. The booming field of Traditional Chinese Medicine offers opportunities full time or part time to fit your needs. |
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TCM Career Opportunities
After graduation, students can work in a variety of healthcare settings, which include:
- Hospitals, VA facilities, drug treatment and multi-specialty centers
- Public health, family practice and sports medicine clinics
- Long- and short-term rehabilitation centers
- Nursing homes and outpatient geriatric or assisted living centers for seniors
- Specialty practices (e.g. pediatric, obstetric)
- Cancer and other specialty care centers
- Community health general and special needs clinics (e.g. women’s health)
Looking to Start a New Career or Switch Careers?
Here are additional benefits to starting your journey in TCM:
- Embark on a career that focuses on the whole person. TCM professionals take a holistic, patient-focused approach to healthcare.
- Work around your schedule. Many schools have flexible programs that combine traditional learning with clinical experience to help you succeed.
- Gain real-world experience through internships and student training opportunities.
- Earn competitive salaries in a burgeoning industry.
- Join a part of more than 50 accredited and pre-accredited colleges nationwide that offer Master’s and Doctorate degree programs in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.