What kind of training does a Licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist have?
The credentials and training can very from state to state. New York State requires a master’s degree to practice acupuncture. Katie received her Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. This training involved 3 year round intensive medical training in both traditional chinese medicine(TCM) and western biomedicine. She completed over 3,000 hours of training along with internships in various health centers. After the completion of schooling, to become licensed in New York State, you must pass the National Board examinations provided by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). This gives you the title of L.Ac. or Licensed Acupuncturist. Katie also was trained in herbal medicine at Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. People with this training often receive their degree as M.S.A.O.M.(Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) rather than a M.S.A. degree (Masters of Science in Acupuncture).
The credentials and training can vary from state to state. New York State requires a master’s degree to practice acupuncture. Katie received her Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. This training involved 3 year round intensive medical training in both traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) and western biomedicine. She completed over 3,000 hours of training along with internships in various health centers. After the completion of schooling, to become licensed in New York State, you must pass the National Board examinations provided by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). This gives you the title of L.Ac. or Licensed Acupuncturist. Katie also was trained in herbal medicine at Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. People with this training often receive their degree as M.S.A.O.M.(Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) rather than a M.S.A. degree (Masters of Science in Acupuncture). .
