Acupuncture

An acupuncturist treats chronic pain and illness with strategically placed needles at corresponding anatomical pressure points. This stimulation releases endorphins and also assists in pain relief. Scientific articles and studies have suggested that acupuncture can assist in treating headaches, muscle pain, gastrointestinal disorders, gynecological disorders, and even infertility. This traditional method of pain relief and healing comes to us from Asia and is one of the most popular approaches to alternative health care. According to PayScale.com, acupuncturists earn an average salary of $43,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on how long they have been in practice.

In an Acupuncture program, students will learn how to insert and remove the acupuncture needles, acupuncture techniques, identify acupuncture points, patient diagnosis, acupressure massage, and clinical services.

Complimentary areas of study for the Acupuncture student include Chinese medicine, herbal studies, massage therapy, chiropractic, yoga instruction, nutrition, anatomy, biology, and physiology.