A Diplomate of Acupuncture is an acupuncturist who is certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM®). It is a considerable professional achievement to earn the designation Diplomate of Acupuncture (NCCAOM). NCCAOM certification indicates to employers, patients, and peers that one has met national standards for the safe and competent practice of acupuncture as defined by the acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) profession. For additional information, about the Diplomate of Acupuncture, please visit the NCCAOM Website.
Registered Acupuncturist (used in Colorado and Canada). The college of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia is the regulatory body established for the health professions of TCM and acupuncture. Acupuncture has been a designated health profession under the Health Professions Act since April 1, 1996. For more information, please go to https://www.ctcma.bc.ca/