Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Acupuncturists are health care professionals who practice the ancient East Asian healing art of acupuncture. Acupuncture is a complete medical system that helps to improve body functioning and promote natural healing. It has been practiced in China for thousands of years to maintain health, prevent disease, treat illness, and alleviate pain. It has been proven to be effective in the treatment of emotional and psychological problems as well as physical ailments. Acupuncture is one of the fastest growing health care professions. Most acupuncturists work in private practice, although an increasing number work in clinics and hospitals. About 18,000 board-certified acupuncturists are active in the United States, according to NCCAOM.
Minimum Education Level
Master's DegreeCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Enterprising
Helpful
Scientific
Career Ladder
Self-Employed or Acupuncture Teacher
Experienced Acupuncturist
Entry-Level Acupuncturist
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