Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine

Gain the knowledge, training, and competencies required to provide highly skilled care to patients of all ages and receive specialized training in Chinese herbal medicine (CHM). In this three-year course of study at the Worcester campus of the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, you receive classroom instruction and hands-on clinical training under the direct supervision of our full-time faculty. Your training in Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) is integrated with your acupuncture studies at all phases of your education. When you complete the program, you are equipped to deliver care in a variety of settings, from single-provider practices to hospitals and medical centers. You also are eligible to take the national board exams and apply for licensure. Our engaged and highly motivated students, renowned faculty, and deep connections to renowned medical institutions all contribute to an exceptional learning environment.

An applicant must have an all colleges/universities attended demonstrating satisfactory completion of at least two (2) years of undergraduate-level education (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

English Language Competency:

Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT - Total: 61),
International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format (Overall Band: 6.5),
Duolingo English Test (Score of 90),
China Standard of English Language (CSE – Score of 6),
Cambridge First Certificate of English (FCE – Score of C),
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE – Score of C),
Common European Framework Reference (CEFR – Score of B2),
Occupational English Test (OET – Score of 250, C),
Pearson Test of English (PTE), Academic (Overall: 45).

August 1: Fall start application deadline.