Mission Statement
The Acupuncture and Massage School of Oriental Medicine (AMOM) is established to trail-blaze new ways to educate, train, and graduate traditional healthcare professionals. Our curriculum and clinical experience are uniquely designed to promote the philosophy of medical pluralism, fostering cooperation between Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Oriental massage, and other medical models, while preserving the integrity of each through multidisciplinary education and open communication.
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of AMOM is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent practitioners of acupuncture, Oriental medicine, and Oriental massage, with the ability to participate as independent healthcare providers in a variety of settings. This will be achieved through classroom instruction, hands-on practice, clinical experience, research, and specialization opportunities.
Philosophy
The philosophy of AMOM is to unify the educational strengths of Eastern and Western medical traditions. We strive to help students understand the cultural heritage of Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, and Oriental Massage while preparing them to integrate these practices into modern healthcare systems. AMOM transforms students into healers who treat the whole person as an energetic and physical system, promoting well-being by establishing balance and harmony in body, mind, and spirit.
Vision
To be meaningful, medicine must be relevant and inclusive. AMOM embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion while addressing healthcare inequities by providing safe, effective, natural, and affordable medicine for all. Our vision includes preparing students to meet the future of healthcare by advancing clinic-based training, community outreach, and integrated education, and by delivering accessible programs to those seeking professional training in the healing arts.
Institutional Program Goals
Graduates of the Acupuncture Program at AMOM will:
Formulate treatment plans based on differential diagnoses utilizing acupuncture.
Apply adjunctive therapies, including tui na, moxibustion, cupping, auricular therapy, reflexology, and diet and lifestyle principles.
Understand biomedical perspectives and recognize conditions requiring referral to other healthcare providers.
Communicate professionally with patients, healthcare providers, and communities regarding the efficacy, safety, and principles of acupuncture and Oriental medicine.
Enter the profession with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, ethical, and professional care.
Graduates of the Oriental Medicine Program at AMOM will:
Formulate treatment plans using Chinese herbal medicine.
Apply herbal knowledge safely and effectively for both treatment and prevention.
Possess a foundation in biosciences and clinical biomedicine.
Communicate effectively about the role of herbal medicine in holistic healthcare.
Graduates of the Oriental Massage Program at AMOM will:
Apply classical and modern Oriental massage techniques (e.g., tui na, reflexology, guasha, cupping massage) for both wellness and therapeutic purposes.
Understand the meridian system and how energy flow (qi) connects to musculoskeletal health.
Recognize contraindications and practice safely in both wellness and clinical settings.
Integrate Oriental massage principles with basic biomedical understanding for effective patient care.
Communicate clearly with clients and demonstrate ethical, professional standards in practice.
Educational Objectives
Graduates of AMOM will:
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the philosophy, theories, and systems of Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, and Oriental Massage.
Incorporate principles of Western medical science into patient care.
Demonstrate research skills, including the ability to analyze medical literature and apply evidence-based knowledge.
Integrate Eastern and Western modalities into real-world clinical practice.
Meet the requirements for licensure or certification in their chosen program areas (e.g., NCCAOM, MBLEX, and Michigan state board requirements).
Core Values
Compassion and Service
Harmony and Balance
Flexibility and Openness
Diversity and Inclusiveness
Excellence and Integrity
Integration and Innovation
Accountability and Transparency
