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American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine:
American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAAOM) is a holistic and natural health school in Roseville, Ramsey County MN, a northern suburb of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. We provide Master and Doctorate Degree programs in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine as well as a Chinese Tuina Massage Certificate program, and natural health-related Continuing Education (CE) seminars.

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About American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine:

The ancient Chinese arts of healing are finding new life in the 21st century, and with American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, you have the opportunity to be pioneers in this cross-cultural adventure. 

Why Choose AAAOM?
 
-  Professional Development
AAAOM is committed to training TCM health professionals and preparing them for a career of lifelong learning and professional development in order to advance traditional Chinese medicine in the twenty-first century.

-  Diverse Student Body
Our programs attract intelligent, accomplished students who represent a diverse group of cultures, ages, interests, and a wide variety of academic and career experiences.

-  Highly-Trained, Professional Staff
AAAOM faculty members are highly-trained professionals in their fields of expertise. Our faculty members embody a comprehensive range of experience in academic knowledge, clinical practice and technical skill.

Natural Health, Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Courses:


Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine:
- Duration 3180 hours (182 credits)
- 1740 hours of didactic instruction
- 540 hours of bioscience-related material
- 900 hours of clinical observation & experience

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine:
- Duration: 1260 hours (62 credits)
- 600 hours of classroom instruction
- 660 hours of clinical practice

Further Programs:
- Chinese Tuina Massage Certificate
- Continuing Education (CE) seminars
- Community Education courses

Student Testimonial:
"As I enter my fourth year here at AAAOM it is hard to fathom that I have made it so far in such a short amount of time.

I appreciate the fact that the faculty at AAAOM is here full-time as well, which is very helpful as it allows for the availability of constant academic counseling.

AAAOM also gave me the opportunity to travel to China. I cannot put into words the positive impact this has had in my life."

- Lindsey Zeutenhorst

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