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Doctoral Program

Advance Your Clinical Expertise and Leadership in Integrative Medicine

Choose Your Path

The Doctor of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (DAHM) at AIMC is a comprehensive program designed for both new students and licensed practitioners who wish to advance their training in East Asian medicine. This program emphasizes clinical excellence, diagnostic precision, and integrative healthcare leadership.

AIMC offers two distinct doctoral tracks:

  • A 4-year First Professional Doctorate for students seeking both a Master’s and Doctorate

  • A 1-year DAHM Completion Track for licensed acupuncturists with a qualifying Master’s degree

Both programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) and meet educational requirements for licensure and national certification.

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Why Pursue a Doctorate at AIMC?

  • Integrated, Doctoral-Level Curriculum
    Train in advanced acupuncture, herbal medicine, functional medicine, and diagnostics.

  • Enhanced Clinical Immersion
    Over 1,000 clinical hours across teaching clinics, community health sites, and integrative settings.

  • Professional Leadership
    Prepare for leadership roles in teaching, clinical supervision, research, or interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Dual-Degree Pathway
    Students in the MAHM program can seamlessly transition into the DAHM with just two additional terms.

  • Designed for Practicing Acupuncturists
    The DAHM Completion Track is structured to support working professionals with flexible scheduling and high-impact curriculum.

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Career Outcomes

Graduates of the DAHM program are fully prepared to:

  • Lead advanced clinical practice with enhanced diagnostic and treatment skills

  • Supervise and teach in acupuncture colleges and clinical settings

  • Collaborate in interdisciplinary healthcare environments

  • Contribute to research, curriculum development, and healthcare innovation

  • Advocate for integrative medicine in public health and policy spaces

Doctoral Program Overview

AIMC offers two distinct doctoral pathways for acupuncture professionals

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Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (DAHM)

A comprehensive 4-year professional doctorate designed for students seeking both a Master’s and Doctorate in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine.

Trimesters

  • 12 Terms (4 Years)

  • Didactic Hours: 2,265

  • Clinical Internship Hours: 1,071

Program Length & Hours

  • Tuition: $370 per unit

  • Clinic Internship: $15 per clinical hour

  • Estimated Total Cost: $74,000

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive doctoral-level training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, integrative medicine, and functional medicine.

  • Advanced clinical education in hospital settings, community health clinics, and specialized integrative medicine clinics.

  • Human dissection, functional medicine, and laboratory diagnostics training to enhance diagnostic and treatment precision.

  • Designed for aspiring practitioners looking to establish a successful acupuncture career at the highest level of clinical competency.

Doctoral program applicants must have:

  • High school diploma or GED. AIMC Berkeley does not accept ability-to-benefit (ATB).

  • The minimum education requirements of 90-semester units (equivalent to 135 quarter units) of undergraduate work from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must also be in good academic standing.

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Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Completion Track (DAHM Completion Track)

A 1-year advanced program for licensed acupuncturists who have already completed a Master’s degree in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (or equivalent).

Trimesters

  • 2 Terms (1 Year)

  • Didactic Hours: 172.5

  • Clinical Internship Hours: 136

Program Length & Hours

  • Tuition: $520 per unit

  • Books, Fees & Supplies: $1,855 (estimated)

  • Estimated Total Cost: $10,175

Program Highlights

  • For licensed acupuncturists with a Master’s degree looking to advance their expertise while continuing their practice.

  • Fast-tracked completion of doctoral-level competencies, research, and integrative clinical training.

  • Enhanced clinical education focusing on case studies, critical analysis, and advanced treatment strategies.

  • Flexible scheduling designed to accommodate working professionals.

Doctoral completion applicants must have:

  • A Master’s degree equivalent to AIMC’s MSTAM. Most California-board approved programs grant Master’s degrees equivalent to AIMC Berkeley’s.

  • High school diploma or GED. AIMC Berkeley does not accept ability-to-benefit (ATB).

  • The minimum education requirements of 90-semester units (equivalent to 135 quarter units) of undergraduate work from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must also be in good academic standing.

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