Study your lecture coursework online, then complete hands-on clinical training in Halifax, Canada – with support mapping your state licensure path.
Takes ~30 seconds. Tuition overview, online/blended structure, Halifax clinical timeline, and a state-licensure planning.
Acupuncture licensure requirements vary by state. Many states use NCCAOM exams/certification as part of the process, but every state board is different. We’ll help you understand what your target state expects and map a clear “what to do next” plan.
Travel for hands-on clinical training and supervised practice
Graduate and complete your state’s exam/licensure steps.
Many U.S. acupuncture programs come with higher tuition and additional prerequisites. CCATCM is designed to be a more accessible entry point for U.S. students—without requiring a bachelor’s degree to apply, and with flexible program formats.
Halifax is a beautiful coastal city on Canada’s East Coast—known for its waterfront, parks, friendly student vibe, and easy day-to-day living. For most U.S. students, the in-person year feels less like “moving away” and more like a focused season of hands-on training in a place you’ll genuinely enjoy.
A coastal city you’ll love living in
A supportive, focused learning environment.
Supervised, hands-on clinical training
Walkable, welcoming, and student-friendly
CCATCM was founded by world-renowned PhD TCM experts Dr. Diana Tong Li and Dr. Franklyn Chen, and is led by top faculty with doctorates and decades of clinical experience. You’ll learn the “why” behind the medicine—and develop practical skill through hands-on training.
Online-first learning, then a focused in-person clinical year in Halifax, Canada.
A balanced pace with flexible scheduling for students who want more runway.
A faster-paced option designed for students ready to move quickly.
Licensure is set by your state board, and requirements vary state-by-state. Many states use NCCAOM exams/certification as part of the process, but not all states are identical—so we’ll help you map your target state and outline next steps.
No – CCATCM’s U.S. student pathway is designed so you can apply without a bachelor’s degree. l
In the blended format, you can complete the lecture components online, then you’ll complete the required in-person clinical training in Halifax, Canada. The booklet breaks down what’s online vs. in-person for each format.
U.S. students are typically only in Halifax for the final, in-person clinical year.
Yes – CCATCM includes supervised clinical training (CCATCM references 668+ hours of supervised practice) and a Student Clinic experience.
It depends on your state. Many states use NCCAOM exams/certification as part of licensure, and the requirements can differ by board. We’ll point you to the right state board contacts and help you plan your checklist.
We’ll provide the program details you need (hours/topics/transcripts) so you can compare them to your state board’s requirements – then your advisor will walk through it with you to avoid guessing.
We can help you assess your path, but your state board is the final authority, and requirements can change. We’ll help you verify the right sources and contacts.
Yes – your advisor will help you map your state requirements, identify what documentation you’ll need, and outline a step-by-step plan (booklet + call).
CCATCM offers three formats: Three-Year Program, Two-Year Intensive, and a Blended Program (lecture components online).
Yes – CCATCM operates a Student Clinic, including a Halifax location listed at 1306 Bedford Hwy, Halifax (and an additional downtown Halifax location shown in booking).
Intake timing can vary. The fastest way is to request the booklet—your advisor will confirm the next available start date and what’s realistic for your timeline.
Yes – CCATCM actively recruits U.S. students and has a dedicated U.S. student landing page + admissions flow.
Yes – for the in-person clinical year in Halifax, Canada, because it’s longer than 6 months, you’ll generally need a Canadian study permit before you arrive. You typically don’t need a study permit during your online years.
Work rules depend on your study permit conditions and IRCC policy. Currently, IRCC notes eligible students may work up to 24 hours/week off campus during regular terms (policy can change), so your advisor will point you to the official guidance for your situation.
Halifax has a range of housing options (rentals, shared housing, etc.). We’ll share common options and planning tips in the booklet, and your advisor can talk through budgets on a call.
Halifax is a coastal, student-friendly city with a well-known waterfront and walkable areas – many students find it’s an enjoyable place to live during their in-person year.
Tuition overview, program format options (2-year / 3-year / blended), what’s online vs. in-person, Halifax clinical timeline, and a state-licensure planning checklist.
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Yes – choose your best guess in the form. You can update it later, and your advisor can help you narrow the best licensure path.
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