The demand for alternative methods of health care is on the rise due to the increase in the prevalence of chronic disease, coupled with an increased desire on the part of health-conscious Americans for alternatives to traditional Western medicine.
So, the career outlook for acupuncturists has never been brighter—which means there has never been a better time to invest in an acupuncture or oriental medicine degree!
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Today, acupuncturists can expect to earn between $60 to $120 per hour-long session, according to acufinder.com, a trusted acupuncture resource and referral website.
Acupuncture is increasingly becoming part of the main health care industry and many hospitals and treatment centers across the United States are incorporating integrative medicine practices. In fact, 42% of the hospitals offering complementary and alternative medicine now provide acupuncture as an outpatient service to their patients.
For more than 110 years, NUHS has been the leader in integrative teaching, training and treatment. Our Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine programs combine modern medical science, evidence-based treatments, medical diagnostics, and laboratory tests while also learning eastern diagnostics and treatment modalities including tuina, herbal therapies, oriental bodywork, etc. Our program provides a broad scope approach to addressing the whole health of each patient, which better prepares you for success in today’s healthcare market.
National University of Health Sciences' 28-month program offers courses held primarily during evenings to accommodate working professionals.
Our Acupuncture program incorporates apprentice-style learning so that students can learn via direction transmission of knowledge and skills from our faculty members.
Our large integrative care clinic and extensive Chinese herbal dispensary ensures outstanding clinical training.
