Diversity in Clinical Practice
Both in Berkeley, CA and Austin, TX, students are able to pursue their clinical hours in a variety of clinical settings, allowing them to meet an array of patient needs and gain confidence in varied clinical settings.
Top 5 CALE 1st Time Passage Rate
AIMC students consistently perform well on the California Acupuncture Licensing Exam (CALE). Year over year AIMC continuously has one of the top rates for students who pass their CALE exam on the first try.
High Performance on NCCAOM
While data regarding individual school rankings is not available, AIMC does perform above the national average for NCCAOM.
Low Student to Faculty Ratio
for Hands-on Learning
AIMC class sizes foster connection with faculty. Online, the class sizes are larger, fostering great class discussions and exposure to different points of view. In person, students enjoy a small, boutique learning experience with curated support.
Faculty Diversity
AIMC Faculty come from a variety of backgrounds across the globe. With a hybrid learning environment, students can learn from professors across the country for lonline learning all lead by an academic dean who is a trained physician and licensed acupuncturist.
Master's Program
Many Paths. One Shared Mission.
Students come to us from a wide variety of backgrounds with an even wider variety of aspirations, but one thing remains constant. Our students want to practice integrative care with competence and compassion, and we work to ensure you have everything you need to fulfill your dream.
AIMC’s Master of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (MAHM) is a comprehensive, 3.5-year program designed to prepare students for licensure as acupuncturists and herbal medicine practitioners. Accredited by both the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) and the California Acupuncture Board (CAB), our program offers rigorous academic and clinical training rooted in East Asian medical traditions and integrated with modern biomedical science that prepares you to work in a variety of clinical states across the country.
Key Features
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Accreditation
Our programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) and is an approved school with the California Acupuncture Board (CAB). -
Practice where YOU want.
California requires the CALE board exam, and most U.S. states require NCCAOM board exams otherwise. We prepare you for both! Our MAHM program meets all educational requirements for licensure in California and most U.S. states. -
Integrative Clinical Experience
Complete 990 clinical hours in a variety of settings, including integrative health clinics, community outreach sites, and our on-campus teaching clinic. -
Hybrid Learning
Providing a hybrid learning environment means you can learn from phenomenal professors around the country online without sacrificing meaningful hands-on learning in person. -
Strong Integration
Study East Asian medicine theory alongside biomedicine, anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, lab diagnostics, and integrative nutrition. With a comprehensive approach to blending East and West, you will be prepared to work in a variety of clinical settings. -
Flexible Pathways to Doctoral Study
Seamlessly transition into our Doctor of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (DAHM) with only two additional terms after completing the MAHM.
Academics
Master's Program Overview
Foundational training for students pursuing licensure and clinical practice in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine.
Master of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (MAHM)
A comprehensive 3.5-year professional master’s program designed for students pursuing licensure and clinical expertise in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine.
Trimesters
10 Terms (3.5 Years)
Didactic Hours: 2,093
Clinical Internship Hours: 990
Program Length & Hours
Tuition: $370 per unit
Clinic Internship: $15 per clinical hour
Estimated Total Cost: $72,380*
* This estimate includes total estimated tuition costs, required fees, required equipment and supplies, and recommended books for completing the program in the minimum time allowed (3 years) for all didactic and clinical hours held at Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College, located at 2550 Shattuck Avenue; Berkeley, CA; 94704-2724 and 6836 Austin Center Blvd. Suite 270 Austin, TX 78731
Locations
Comprehensive master’s-level training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, East Asian medical theory, and modern biomedical sciences.
Extensive clinical education with 990 clinical hours in integrative health clinics and community-based settings.
Hands-on herbal medicine training covering formulation, dispensing, and clinical applications of East Asian herbal medicine.
Integrative medicine approach bridging traditional East Asian healing practices with modern healthcare.
Designed for aspiring practitioners seeking licensure and a strong foundation for a career in acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Masters program applicants must have:
High school diploma or GED. AIMC does not accept ability-to-benefit (ATB).
The minimum education requirements of 60-semester units (equivalent to 90 quarter units) of undergraduate work from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.