Acupuncture is a holistic treatment based on traditional and ancient Chinese medicine and practices. Acupuncturists use needles to stimulate points on the body that are connected to energy channels, or meridians. It involves inserting very thin, sterile needles through the skin at strategic points on the body. This is believed to restore balance and promote healing.
Personal Competencies
You are a good listener
You are comfortable communicating and working with others
You like to help others
You like to analyse problems/situations
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor’s degree in Acupuncture or an M.B.B.S.
OR
Complete a Bachelor’s degree (M.B.B.S.) followed by an M.D. in Acupuncture
OR
Pursue a PG Diploma in Acupuncture For admissions, you must clear entrance exams such as NEET conducted by NTA, NEET PG conducted by NBE, NEET MDS conducted by NBE, AIAPGET conducted by NTA and so on
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by medical colleges specializing in Naturopathy/Yoga/Acupuncture. This list of institutes is indicative only
Government Institutes 1. National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune 2. Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports Academy, Chennai 3. YBN University, Ranchi 4. Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal 5. Indian Academy of Acupuncture Science, Aurangabad
Private Institutes (Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and MCI before applying) 1. Indian Board of Alternative Medicines, Kolkata 2.Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 3. Indian Institute of Paramedical Science, Lucknow 4. Rajiv Gandhi Paramedical Institute, Delhi 5. Adarsh India Technical and Paramedical College, Muzaffarpur 6. Alpha Institute of Management and Technology Science, Bangalore 7. Bihar Acupressure Yoga College, Patna 8. Maharishi Aurobindo Subharti Institute of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Meerut
Distance Learning Institute Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,000 - 3,00,000* for the full course
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes* • Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI* • Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and Indian Banks Association (IBA) • Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc. • All banks give education loans
Where will you work?
Places of Work: You can work in Government and Private hospitals, Nursing Homes, and other facilities like Military Hospitals, Sports Academies, Training Institutes, Gymnasiums, and Old Age Homes
Entrepreneurship: You can also set up private practises
Work Environment: The work timings are typically 5 to 6 days a week for 8 to 9 hours per day. Shift system is applicable. The timings are flexible if you start an independent practise.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Dr. Jatin Chaudhary has treated hundreds of patients from their ailments using his deep understanding of human anatomy and knowledge of using the combined power of Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Acupressure and Naturopathy. He acquired his Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, and Yoga prior to proceeding to procure his M.D. in Acupuncture.*
Acupuncturist
NCS Code: NA | HW0271. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor’s degree in Acupuncture or an M.B.B.S.
OR
Complete a Bachelor’s degree (M.B.B.S.) followed by an M.D. in Acupuncture
OR
Pursue a PG Diploma in Acupuncture For admissions, you must clear entrance exams such as NEET conducted by NTA, NEET PG conducted by NBE, NEET MDS conducted by NBE, AIAPGET conducted by NTA and so on
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by medical colleges specializing in Naturopathy/Yoga/Acupuncture.
This list of institutes is indicative only
Government Institutes
1. National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune
2. Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports Academy, Chennai
3. YBN University, Ranchi
4. Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal
5. Indian Academy of Acupuncture Science, Aurangabad
Private Institutes
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and MCI before applying)
1. Indian Board of Alternative Medicines, Kolkata
2.Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
3. Indian Institute of Paramedical Science, Lucknow
4. Rajiv Gandhi Paramedical Institute, Delhi
5. Adarsh India Technical and Paramedical College, Muzaffarpur
6. Alpha Institute of Management and Technology Science, Bangalore
7. Bihar Acupressure Yoga College, Patna
8. Maharishi Aurobindo Subharti Institute of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Meerut
Information on Institute rankings is available at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
Distance Learning Institute
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,000 - 3,00,000* for the full course
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and Indian Banks Association (IBA)
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans
Places of Work: You can work in Government and Private hospitals, Nursing Homes, and other facilities like Military Hospitals, Sports Academies, Training Institutes, Gymnasiums, and Old Age Homes
Entrepreneurship: You can also set up private practises
Work Environment: The work timings are typically 5 to 6 days a week for 8 to 9 hours per day. Shift system is applicable. The timings are flexible if you start an independent practise.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Intern/Trainee → Assistant Acupuncturist → Senior Acupuncturist
The approx. salary of an Acupuncturist ranges between INR 30,000 - 60,000* per month
Source - https://www.salaryexpert.com/salary/job/acupuncturist/india
*These figures are indicative and subject to change
Experts from the field
Dr. Jatin Chaudhary has treated hundreds of patients from their ailments using his deep understanding of human anatomy and knowledge of using the combined power of Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Acupressure and Naturopathy. He acquired his Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, and Yoga prior to proceeding to procure his M.D. in Acupuncture.*
Source - https://www.forbesindia.com/article/brand-connect/jatin-chaudhary-an-expert-in-alternative-treatment-therapy/65285/1
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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