Doctor of Acupuncture Program Completion Track

Won Institute of Graduate Studies’ Doctor of Acupuncture Program Completion Track is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM). ACAHM is the accrediting agency for acupuncture programs in the United States. You can view our official accreditation status on ACAHM’s directory. Additionally, our school is regionally accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). 

View our full accreditation details on our Consumer Information page.

To join the Doctor of Acupuncture Program Completion Track, you must complete prerequisites and corequisites to ensure your current knowledge and training prepare you for the program’s coursework. Before you apply, ensure you have:

• A bachelor’s degree from a U.S. Department of Education recognized institution or international equivalent.
• A master’s degree in acupuncture and Chinese medicine or a graduate of an ACAHM-accredited master of acupuncture program.

You’ll also need to complete three-credit chemistry, biology, and psychology courses. The classes can occur synchronously with the other program courses if you’re unable to receive credits before the start of the program. Our Biochemistry of Plants course satisfies credits for Biology or Chemistry.

View our full requirements on our Admissions Requirements page.

The online transitional Doctor of acupuncture program is one year long with three terms. To learn more view our full program curriculum.

Won Institute of Graduate Studies has a team of exceptional faculty members who are committed to teaching and helping students achieve their goals. Get to know our faculty and learn more about their backgrounds.

The Doctor of Acupuncture Program Completion Track consists of a one-year professional program offered in a 99% asynchronous, online format. The program consists of eight courses and a community-based clinical experience. The program, which is designed to be completed in one year, provides 390 hours of doctoral-level coursework completed over the course of three semesters. Each semester, depending upon the course load, requires approximately 90-150 hours of participation, averaging 9-10 hours a week of contact time, in addition to study and preparation

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At the Won Institute, we understand that tuition and fees can be a major financial investment. Learn more information about tuition and fees, and our financial resources including scholarship opportunities.

Won Institute of Graduate Studies prepares students with the knowledge and skills they need to be expert acupuncturists and leaders in the industry. When you become a part of the Doctor of Acupuncture Program Completion Track, you can feel assured that the education you receive helps you provide better outcomes for patients. At Won Institute, we offer:

• Flexible, hybrid programs that combine online and in-person learning opportunities
• A comprehensive education in Five Element Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Advanced doctoral-level training that allows increased opportunities for research, teaching, and clinical practice
• Coursework in mindfulness and meditation
• Diverse and highly regarded staff and faculty
• Regional accreditation from Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• Study abroad opportunity in South Korea