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Enhance Your Knowledge... Grow Your Strengths!As a private higher education institution, our mission is to empower by promoting a holistic approach to wellness. AIAM models an integrative approach to develop and inspire compassionate professionals, nurture vibrant lives, and foster a healthy community.

Originally 1 program with 14 students...

Now 5 programs with more than 275 students.

1,500+ alumni are practicing across

the United States, Virgin Islands, Europe & Asia.

A PrivateInstitution est.

1990

Diane Sater B.S., LMT•Owner, CEO

Co-founders: (both active on campus)

Helen Yee B.A., LMT•Owner, CFO

What Makes AIAM Unique?

Extensive clinical experiences

working on clients from all walks

of life in professional settings—

supervised by professionals.

HANDS-ON FOCUS

Beyond technical skills, you will

learn essential business and

professionalism skills to be

successful in your career field.

ETHICS & BUSINESS

To put focus on the

importance of a client’s

emotional care—our students

treat the body, mind & spirit.

HOLISTICAPPROACH

We integrate BOTH

Eastern & Western

healing modalities

into curricula.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS PHILOSOPHY

What makes YOU unique?

CAREER GOALS

FAMILY GOALS

HAPPINESS

PROGRAM INTRODUCTION

Acupuncture(Master Degree)

How long does it typically take to complete?

27 months (Nine 12-week Quarters)

AcupunctureCurriculum Overview:

2125 Program Hours157 Credit Hours

Acupuncture

A unique blend of:

• bio medical & western sciences

• professional development

• research courses

• clinical care environments

Coursework Summary

Acupuncture: 755 clock hours (57.5 credits)

Western & Biomedical Sciences: 530 clock hours (52.5 credits)

Professional Development: 90 clock hours (7 credits)

Clinical Training Courses: 720 clock hours (37 credits)

Research Courses: 30 clock hours (3 credits)

What will my experienceat AIAM be like?

Receive Master Degree in Acupuncture (MA)

Be eligible to take NCCAOM exam

Obtain licensure, once exam is passed

Acupuncture

Upon graduation, you will...

How are AIAMgraduates doing?

ACCSC Annual Report

2016 Graduation & Employment (reporting period: the program’s normal length of completion)

Data determined by taking the programs normal length of completion in months multiplied by 150 percent and adding three (3) months for employment.

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9 8 89% 8 6 75% 6 6 100% 6 6 6 100%

How are AIAMgraduates doing?

ACCSC Annual Report

2015 Graduation & Employment (reporting period: July 1 through June 30)

Data determined by taking the programs normal length of completion in months multiplied by 150 percent and adding three (3) months for employment.

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20 13 65% 13 12 92% 13 12 92% 9 9 9 100%

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How are AIAMgraduates doing?

ACCSC Annual Report

2014 Graduation & Employment (reporting period: July 1 through June 30)

Data determined by taking the programs normal length of completion in months multiplied by 150 percent and adding three (3) months for employment.

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8 3 38% 3 2 67% 2 2 100% 2 2 2 100%

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Primary healthcare practioners employ:

• Traditional Chinese medicine concepts

• Adjunctive therapies

• Diagnostic techniques

• Restoration of health

• Prevention of disease

Salaries & Employment

2016 Median Pay: $71,000 /year

(In USD as of December 7, 2016)

Average acupuncturist salaries for

job postings nationwide are 26%

higher than average salaries for

all job postings nationwide.(www.indeed.com/salary?q1=acupuncturist&11=Ohio)

Data source: Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.BLS.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm

What is thecareer experience?

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Licensed Acupuncturists can work in these environments:

• wellness centers• integrative care centers• hospitals• private practice• community care centers

What are work atmosphere options?

Data source: Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.BLS.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm

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AcupunctureCurriculumQuarter 1Course# Title Clock Hrs Credits AT 500 Basic Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory 40 3.5

AT 501 Acupoint Location & Energetics I w/Practicum 75 5.5

AT 506 Theory of Meridians 25 2.0

AW 512 Human Biology 45 4.5

AW 513 Surface Anatomy 30 3.0

AC 522 Clinical Observation I 30 1.5

TOTALS 245 20

Quarter 2Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAW 514 Western Approaches to Illness & Medical Terminology 30 3.0

AT 503 History of Traditional Chinese Medicine 20 2.0

AC 523 Clinical Observation II 30 1.5

AW 518 Microbiology 40 4.0

AT 507 Chinese Medicine Etiology & Pathology 15 1

AT 508 Acupoint Location & Energetics II w/Practicum 75 5

AW 515 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 50 5.0

TOTALS 260 21.5

Quarter 3Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAW 521 Western Medicine Pathology I 45 4.5

RS 500 Graduate Level Research Methods 30 3.0

AW 519 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 45 4.5

AC 524 Clinical Observation III 30 1.5

AP 506 Medical Ethics & Professional Issues I 20 1.5

AT 504 Tai Ji Quan 15 1.0

AT 510 Chinese Medicine Diagnostics/Methodology 60 4.5

TOTALS 245 20.5

AcupunctureCurriculumQuarter 4Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAW 613 Western Medicine Pathology II 30 3

AW 614 Psychology of Health & Wellness 30 3

AT 600 Acupuncture & Moxibustion Techniques 60 4

AT 602 Chinese Medicine Diagnostics/Differentiation 25 2 of Syndromes I

AT 603 Chinese Medicine Diagnostics/Differentiation 25 2 of Syndromes II

AC 625 Clinical Observation IV 30 1.5

AW 612 Clean Needle Technique/OSHA 15 1

TOTALS 215 16.5

Quarter 5Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAW 615 First Aid & Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation 10 .5

AT 604 Acupuncture and Treatment of Disease I 35 2.5

AT 606 Acupuncture and Treatment of Disease II 35 3

AT 605 Principles of Point Selection & Combination 30 2.5

AC 626 Clinical Observation V 30 1.5

AT 607 Clinical Preparation 20 1.5

AP 609 Counseling 30 2.5

AW 616 Western Medicine Diagnostics/Physical Exam 40 3.5 Techniques Practice

AW 611 Western Medical Diagnostics/Imagery 20 2 & Lab Reading

TOTALS 250 19.5

AcupunctureCurriculumQuarter 6Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAC 619 Clinical Internship A 60 3

AC 620 Clinical Internship B 60 3

AT 610 Micro Acupuncture Therapy 20 2

AT 611 Chinese Medicine Diagnostics/Differentiation 15 1.5 of Sydrome III

AW 618 Overview of Western Clinical Practice I 30 3

AW 617 Western Medicine Pharmacology 45 4.5

TOTALS 230 17.0

Quarter 7Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAT 700 Chinese Massage Therapy I 30 2

AW 715 Overview of Western Clinical Practices II 30 3

AC 702 Clinical Experience Forum 30 2.5

AC 710 Clinical Internship C 60 3

AC 711 Clinical Internship D 60 3

AW 716 Medical Red Flags 20 2

TOTALS 230 15.5

AcupunctureCurriculumQuarter 8Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAC 712 Clinical Internship E 60 3

AT 701 Chinese Massage Therapy II 30 2

AC 713 Clinical Internship F or Clinical Externship F in China 60 3

AC 714 Clinical Internship G or Clinical Externship G in China 60 3

AT 703 Acupuncture Case Study 30 2.5

TOTALS 240 13.5

Quarter 9Course# Title Clock Hrs CreditsAC 715 Clinical Internship H or 1/2 Clinical Externship H 60 3

in China and 1/2 Clinical Internship local

AC 716 Clinical Internship I 60 3

AT 708 Medical Qi Gong I 10 .5

AT 709 Medical Qi Gong II 10 .5

AP 707 Medical Ethics & Professional Issues II 10 .5

AP 708 Practice Management 30 2.5

AT 720 Terminal Competencies of Acupuncture 30 3

TOTALS 210 13

AcupunctureTuition & Fees157 Credit Hours of Tuition @ $317.00 per Credit Hour $ 49,769.00

Enrollment Fee* $ 100.00Matriculation Fee $ 50.00Student Identification Card $ 10.00

TOTAL TUITION & REQUIRED FEES*** $ 49,929.00

Other Student Costs Associated with Program (estimated)Approximate Cost of Required Textbooks and Reference Books** $ 1100.00Approximate Cost of Supplies1 $ 720.00Uniform (lab coat)1 $ 35.00Hepatitis B Vaccinations (series of 3)1 $ 150.00Approximate Cost of Medical Exam1 $ 30.00NCCAOM Exam Application2 $ 475.00NCCAOM Biomedicine Exam Module2 $ 300.00NCCAOM Foundation Exam Module2 $ 300.00NCCAOM Acupuncture & Point Location Exam Module2 $ 300.00CCAOM Clean Needle Technique Exam2 $ 150.00CCAOM CNT Exam Verification Fee. Transmittal to NCCAOM2 $ 10.00 NCCAOM Certification Verification Transmittal Fee, results to SMB2 $ 45.00

TOTAL OTHER COSTS $ 3,615.00

Situational Fees (Estimated)

$ 37.50

$ 50.00

$ 50.00

$ 50.00

$ 50.00

These Are Optional (depending upon your circumstances)

Returned Check Fee (or up to legal limit)

Terminal Exam Re-Take Fee

Course Add/Drop Fee

Proficiency Test Fee per Test ****

Transfer Credit Fee per Course Accepted

(May be greater depending upon fee frequency)

1 Pre-start Cost

2 Post-graduation Cost

* Enrollment Fee is refundable if application is cancelled in writing to AIAM within five (5) calendar

days after the date of signing and/or payment of the fee.

** Approximate total cost throughout entire program. These figures are estimates and based on

current book lists. Books may change based on publisher availability without notice. Actual cost

will be based on student’s choice of retailer.

*** Fees are refundable in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code 3332-1-10.1

**** 50% of the course fee will be charged for the associated course if the proficiency exam is passed.

Take a closer look...

Your Success is Our Success.

OurFacility

Campus Features:

• 12 lecture rooms

• 2 conference rooms

• Nursing lab

• Clinical spaces with 14 treatment rooms

• Quiet library with computers for students

• Kitchen area with seating for students

• Courtyard with picnic tables

• Instructor office spaces

• Administrative offices

What are YOUR questions?

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Take the next steps to secure your future...

Apply online at AIAM.edu• Submit any/all of your official transcripts to AIAM

(High School, GED, or College—if applicable)

• Submit bachelor’s degree

Complete your FAFSA (Financial Aid available for those who qualify.)

• Schedule a financial aid appointment

• For more info, visit: AIAM.edu/Financial-AidFAQs

Pay Enrollment Fee ($100) upon acceptance

• Your AIAM admissions representativewill guide you through each step.

Submit your health forms

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