Acupuncturist (VIC)

Education and Training:

To become an acupuncturist you usually have to complete an advanced diploma or degree in acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine. Entry to the advanced diploma and degree courses below usually requires you to gain your VCE. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, science and mathematics are normally required. Applicants may also be required to attend an interview. The various institutions have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements. Courses are also offered via distance education. Contact the institutions you are interested in for more information.

There are no suitable advanced diploma courses available in Victoria. The following course is offered interstate.

Diploma Courses:

Australian Institute of Applied Sciences (QLD) - Brisbane Campus and Distance Education:

Advanced Diploma of Acupuncture

Degree Courses:

Endeavour College of Natural Health - Melbourne City Campus:

Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture), 4 years full time or equivalent

Southern School of Natural Therapies - Fitzroy Campus:

Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine, majoring in acupuncture, 4 years full time or equivalent par

Related Courses:

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

Employment Opportunities:

Most acupuncturists work in private practice, but some join other health care professionals in multi-disciplinary centres. Employment opportunities depend upon the level of community awareness and acceptance of alternative health care practices.