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New to Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine?

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 U.S. today.

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Clean Needle Technique (CNT)

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. 

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Find an Accredited College

Over 50 accredited & pre-accredited acupuncture & herbal medicine colleges in 22 states offer Master's and Doctorate degree programs. Accreditation status (by the ACAOM) represents the highest level of educational program quality assurance in the U.S.

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Top News Headlines

CCAHM Message to Communities Impacted by Wildfires

We have all seen the news reports about the devastating wildfires bringing significant damage and destruction in Southern California. On behalf of the CCAHM Executive Committee, we send our concerns and care to the California acupuncture and herbal medicine (AHM) schools and the broader AHM community who may be impacted.

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Happy New Year from CCAHM - Executive Committee Video

Happy New Year from CCAHM! Hear from CCAHM Executive Committee President, Thomas Kouo, Vice President, Ben Griffith, Members-at-Large, Jenny Yu and Brittany Sanelli, along with Executive Director, Kristin Richeimer, on their highlights from 2024 and what they look forward to in 2025. Happy holidays and a happy new year!

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Catherine Niemiec, JD, L.Ac., Appointed as Member-at-Large to CCAHM Executive Committee

December 19, 2024 – Centennial, CO – The Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (CCAHM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Catherine Niemiec, JD, L.Ac., to the Executive Committee as Member-at-Large. This appointment fills the vacancy left following Ben Griffith’s election as Vice President.

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CCAHM Office Closed December 25-27th and January 1st

The office will be closed Dec. 25-27th and on January 1st for the holidays.

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