National and State Licensing Requirements

National Exams

Upon completion of the MSAc program graduates are eligible to take their national board examinations.

https://www.nccaom.org

New Jersey Acupuncture License Requirements

Upon completion of the MSAc program (and completion of a bachelor’s degree independent of your acupuncture education) graduates may take their NJ State board examination.

https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/acu

In New Jersey, a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) is not considered a primary care practitioner, however, L.Ac.'s can practice independently. The scope of practice is outlined in New Jersey's Administrative Code 13:35-9.12 SCOPE OF PRACTICE.

New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
124 Halsey Street
Newark, New Jersey 07101
Toll free (NJ only) (800) 242-5846
Fax (973) 273-8035
AskConsumerAffairs@dca.lps.state.nj.us

Individual State Acupuncture Licensing Requirements

Acupuncture is regulated on a state-by-state basis, to find out information on individual state licensing requirements, please visit the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine website.

https://www.nccaom.org

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
2001 K St, NW, 3rd Floor North
Washington, DC 20006
888-381-1140
info@thenccaom.org