Thirty years ago, when the baby boomers were looking for their first careers, acupuncture was not yet on most people’s radar. But after the doors to China opened in the ‘70s and even more in the ’80s, people started looking at acupuncture as a health care modality and a profession.
Now, it is one of the most requested forms of alternative treatment, according to the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine—making it a viable career option.
Here are some things to consider about a career as a licensed acupuncturist.
Independence
Do you value your freedom? Have an entrepreneurial spirit? The majority of acupuncturists are self-employed, so if you want a career where you set your own hours and can be your own manager, being an acupuncturist would be a good fit.
Holistic Care
Do you resonate with the idea that good health stems from an understanding of the body as a whole instead of individual parts? Chinese medicine has long recognized that physical health is best achieved through a whole body approach that takes into account the body, mind, and spirit of an individual.
As an acupuncturist you will learn how imbalances in the body impact the mind and spirit, and vice versa. You can help your patients find health through balance of the body, mind, and spirit, which includes diet and lifestyle changes.
Working With Your Hands
