Career Details

Diplomate in Oriental Medicine

Description

Earning a credential from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) represents a significant professional achievement. NCCAOM certification makes an important statement about professional competence that is recognized by regulatory bodies, the profession, and the public. Maintaining your credential for the balance of your professional career is essential.<br>There are more than 50 schools of Oriental medicine in the country. NCCAOM Diplomates practice in virtually every state and international countries. The unprecedented growth and acceptance of Oriental medicine over the last 20 years is due in no small part to the existence of a legitimate certification and examination program based on national standards. Today the NCCAOM offers certification in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, and Asian Bodywork Therapy.

Certifying Organization

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Unknown

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 4 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Diplomate in Chinese Herbology

Certifying Organization

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Diplomate in Acupuncture

Certifying Organization

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified in Classical Homeopathy

Certifying Organization

Council for Homeopathic Certification

Type

C - Specialty

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