Acupuncturist
Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies.
At a Glance
Acupuncturist. Typical education: Master's degree. Top skills: Biochemistry, Physics, Surgery.
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Master's degree
Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Acupuncturists
Median Wage
$78,140/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+6.8%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (26)
Biochemistry
Surgery
T'Ai Chi Ch'Uan
Homeopathy
Dentistry
Physiology
Medical Records
Pharmacology
Chiropractics
Botany
Acupuncture
Acupressure
Anatomy
Practice Management
Neurology
Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Nursing
Internal Medicine
Clinical Medicine
History Of Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Medical Terminology
Dietary Supplements
Common Skills (2)
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Management
Certifications (2)
Acupuncture License
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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