The Goal of Study

The 2200 hour Acupuncture Diploma Program is designed to prepare students to become competent 'Acupuncturists' and can expect to practice acupuncture as a stand-alone therapy or along with their current discipline in a skilled and confident manner under the current guidelines proposed by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario www.ctcmpao.on.ca.

Extensive hands on training while working with highly qualified professionals, gives our graduates the edge that is required to become successful acupuncturists within the field of Eastern medicine/Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).

For individuals who wish to continue their studies to become a TCM Practitioner, additional courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs are offered over a one year period. Call the Admissions Department directly to discuss all the various schedule options available.

Why study acupuncture at AIM Academy?

• Graduates receive high pass rates on the CTCMPAO examinations.
• Courses are taught by practicing professionals who have excellent academic qualifications and practical experience. All clinical supervisors are registered acupuncturists with CTCMPAO.
• You will learn acupuncture as an adjunct to your present discipline or as stand-alone form of alternative healthcare.
• Students will have 560 hours of practical hands-on, supervised Student Clinic (500 hours on-site, 20 hours internship & 40 observation hours).
• Students incorporate all elements of their Chinese acupuncture training within student clinic under the instruction of highly qualified, experienced professional therapists.
• Receive discount treatments in the student clinics while studying at AIM Academy.
• Membership in the AIM Academy Alumni Guild with benefits (AIM Academy web site, newsletter, reduced seminar fees for school sponsored seminars, etc.)
• Written, oral and practical exams that offer proof of your progress.
• Benefit from the 32 years of educational experience in the field of Eastern therapeutic practices and complementary healthcare.
• Textbook theory AND palpation skills are emphasized.
• Acupuncture is less physically demanding than some other modalities, allowing the practitioner a needed change of pace.
• Many extended health care benefits packages provide coverage for acupuncture.

Employment Options Upon Completion

• join the AIM Academy team as a graduate therapist under the CTCMPAO student class designation
• work as a self-employed therapist and operate your own private clinic
• work in an established clinic with a team of other therapists
• work out of your own home
• travel to clients' homes and offer in home care
• set up corporate events to treat clients in their workplaces
• work on a cruise ship
• join the AIM Academy team as a clinic supervisor and oversee students in our teaching clinic
• join the AIM Academy team as a faculty member of our growing teaching staff