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About Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

The field of acupuncture and Oriental medicine in America is rooted in the traditional medicine of China that has evolved over the past several thousand years. The contemporary model of natural health care education and practice in China is the combined system of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Western medicine. This system has strongly inspired the current programs in acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) at Bastyr University. Established in 1988, the School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine currently offers the following degree/certificate options:

  • Bachelor of Science in Natural Health Sciences/ Master of Science in Acupuncture (BS/MSA)
  • Bachelor of Science in Natural Health Sciences/ Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (BS/MSAOM)
  • Master of Science in Acupuncture (MSA)
  • Master of Science inAcupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM)
  • Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CCHM) - postgraduate offering
  • Doctor of Acupuncture andOriental Medicine (DAOM) - postgraduate offering

These programs are closely interrelated and require the same foundational studies in traditional Chinese medicine.

Master's Program Mission Statement
The mission of the acupuncture and Oriental medicine program at Bastyr University is to prepare excellent practitioners. This is accomplished through rigorous training in traditional Chinese medicine with an emphasis on collaborating with other health care disciplines. The program is committed to producing graduates who are respected among their health care peers, dedicated to service in their community, and prepared for lifelong learning in the field

Doctoral Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree program at Bastyr University is to train qualified practitioners in an integrated clinical approach to oncology and advanced pain management. This is accomplished through: 1) rigorous training in advanced concepts of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and biomedical theory and 2) an emphasis on training practitioners to be able to work in collaborative clinical settings. The program is committed to producing graduates who are prepared for lifelong learning in the field.
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In Their Own Words

With acupuncture and Oriental medicine's growing acceptance as a leader among complementary modalities, there has never been a better time for integrated care and the partnership between Eastern and Western medicine. Our fine academic and clinical faculty, committed student body, enriching off-site clinical placements, and curriculum of both traditional studies and basic sciences make this a strong, well-balanced program.

Terry Courtney, MPH, LAc, Dean, School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

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