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Major Overview for Acupuncture

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Overview for Acupuncture

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of acupuncture, a Chinese system of healing based on the use of pulse diagnosis, acupuncture point selection, and needle insertion to treat imbalances in the state of bodily health or Qi. Includes instruction in basic Western medical sciences, Chinese medical anatomy and physiology, diagnostic techniques, patient observation and communication, acupuncture points and point selection, auricular and scalp acupuncture, moxibustion, acupuncture technique, acupuncture of extremities, pain management, practice management, and professional standards and ethics.

Careers for Acupuncture Majors

A major in Acupuncture is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Acupuncture

Top 1 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Acupuncture among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
South Baylo University
Anaheim, CA
3
(100.0%)
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       1

* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.