Acupuncture Training Program
Discover the healing power of acupuncture through AMOM’s 500-hour certificate program.
NOTICE: This program is only for theoretical knowledge, technical training, and education. It is not intended for acupuncture licensure or state license application. The program is designed to support ACAHM accreditation standards and is focused purely on non-licensure-based professional development in acupuncture.
The Acupuncture Training Program at AMOM provides students with a deep foundation in meridian theory, needling techniques, and traditional Chinese medical principles. This 6-month course offers practical, focused training for aspiring acupuncturists.
Program Length: 6 months
Total Hours: 500 hours
Tuition: $9,000
Monthly Payment Plan: $1,500/month for 6 months
Start Date: July 12
Location: 1640 Axtell Dr, Troy, MI 48084
Class Schedule
- AC 1001 – Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine: Fridays 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- AC 1002 – Diagnostics in Chinese Medicine: Saturdays 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- AC 1003 – Acupuncture Needling Technique: Fridays 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- AC 1004 – Acupuncture Meridians and Points: Saturdays 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- AC 1005 – Acupuncture Treatment: Fridays 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- AC 1006 – Acupuncture Clinical Practice: Saturdays 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Curriculum Overview
| Course | Title | Hours | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMAC1001 | Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine | 80 | Yin/yang theory, Five-element theory, Qi, blood and body fluids, Physiology and pathology of internal organs, Etiology and pathogenesis, Prevention |
| AMAC1002 | Diagnostics in Chinese Medicine | 80 | Signs, symptoms, syndromes vs diseases, Four diagnostic methods, Tongue/pulse diagnosis, Syndrome differentiation by eight principles and zang-fu organs |
| AMAC1003 | Acupuncture Needling Technique | 60 | Insertion of filiform needles, Basic needling manipulations, Moxibustion, Cupping |
| AMAC1004 | Acupuncture Meridians and Points | 60 | Pathways and indications of the 14 meridians, Locations and indications of 120 common points |
| AMAC1005 | Acupuncture Treatment | 80 | Treatment principles, Point selection and combination, Formula construction, Pattern analysis and 22 common conditions |
| AMAC1006 | Acupuncture Clinical Practice | 140 | Supervised clinical training, Case logging, Treatment planning, Patient care, Professional conduct |
This course is ideal for students seeking advanced acupuncture skills or who already have foundational massage training.
