Alberta’s First
Bachelor of Acupuncture.
Degree
Shaping the Future of Acupuncture.
Built on over 29 years of academic and clinical excellence, ACATCM is now a degree-granting institution, preparing the next generation of practitioners in acupuncture and TCM, research, and integrative healthcare.
Academic Programs
Choose Your Path
From diploma to degree, ACATCM offers a complete pathway in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) — all designed to meet the entry-to-practice competency requirements of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAA).
Bachelor of Acupuncture (B.Ac)
Alberta’s first undergraduate acupuncture degree — a four-year program grounded in an evidence-informed curriculum and extensive clinical training at the Huatuo Clinic. Offered under Alberta’s Post-secondary Learning Act.
Explore the B.Ac Degree →Acupuncture Diploma
A comprehensive three-year diploma program (part-time available) preparing graduates for professional practice as a Registered Acupuncturist (Dr. Ac.). Offered under Alberta’s Private Vocational Training Act.
Explore the Diploma →Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma
A four-year double-major diploma encompassing acupuncture and full Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory and clinical practice. Offered under Alberta’s Private Vocational Training Act.
Explore TCM Diploma →
Launching September
Spotlight: The B.Ac Degree
A New Era in
Acupuncture Education
ACATCM is proud to introduce Alberta’s first undergraduate degree — the Bachelor of Acupuncture (B.Ac) — a landmark four-year program designed to elevate the acupuncture profession and equip graduates with the academic depth, research skills, and clinical experience to lead the integrative healthcare of the future.
Academic Advancement
Supports progression into graduate studies and leadership pathways in healthcare.
Research Integration
An evidence-informed curriculum with academic collaboration through ACATCM’s research partnerships.
Clinical Excellence
Extensive hands-on clinical experience at the Huatuo Clinic, supporting real-world patient care.
International Recognition
Designed for global portability and cross-jurisdictional equivalency.
Why ACATCM
29 Years of Foundation.
A New Era in Education.
For nearly three decades, ACATCM has led acupuncture education and clinical training in Alberta. Today, as a degree-granting institution, we continue to build on that foundation — bringing together rigorous academics, extensive clinical experience, and a forward-looking approach to integrative healthcare education.
Licensing Exam Excellence
ACATCM graduates consistently demonstrate strong performance on the Pan-Canadian Licensing Examinations, reflecting the rigour of our academic programs.
Expert Faculty
Learn from practicing clinicians, researchers, and recognized leaders in the TCM and acupuncture fields — all dedicated to your professional development.
Research Leadership
ACATCM supports evidence-informed research by fostering a culture of scholarship and inquiry, with students actively participating in clinical research.
Huatuo Clinic
Students gain extensive supervised clinical experience at the Huatuo Clinic — ACATCM’s not-for-profit teaching clinic — developing the patient-centred care skills that define practice-ready graduates.
Career Outcomes
Hundreds of ACATCM graduates are actively practising across diverse communities. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAA) as Registered Acupuncturists (Dr. Ac.).
Financial Support
The Bachelor of Acupuncture (B.Ac) and Acupuncture Diploma programs are eligible for government student loan funding, making your education more accessible.
Huatuo Clinic —
Where Learning Meets Practice
Students gain extensive supervised clinical experience at the Huatuo Clinic — ACATCM’s not-for-profit teaching clinic — developing the patient-centred care skills that define practice-ready graduates. The clinic serves the Calgary community while providing students with real-world clinical depth from early in their programs.
Student Voices
What Our Graduates Say
“ACATCM gave me the academic rigour I needed and the clinical confidence to practise from day one. The Huatuo Clinic experience was transformative — there’s no substitute for real patient care.”
“The faculty at ACATCM are practicing clinicians who bring real-world expertise into every class. I felt fully prepared for the Pan-Canadian Licensing Examinations and for my own practice.”
“Choosing ACATCM was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The community, the clinical training, and the research exposure set me apart in a competitive healthcare field.”
Take the Next Step
Transform Your Passion Into a Career
ACATCM is accepting applications for Fall 2026. Join a community of passionate educators and future leaders of integrative healthcare in Canada and beyond.