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Hands-on clinical experience
Move from classroom concepts into supervised clinical training designed to develop practical patient-care skills.
Acupuncture school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Turn your college credits into a career in acupuncture.
Explore the Master of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine program at Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine. Build practical skills through classroom learning and hands-on clinical training at our Fort Lauderdale campus.
Why study at ATOM?
Professional preparation rooted in theory and practice.
ATOM's program combines acupuncture, herbal medicine, biomedical sciences and supervised clinical experience to prepare students for professional practice.
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Flexible scheduling
Day and evening sessions, along with flexible clinic internship scheduling, help students plan their path through the program.
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Licensure-focused education
The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for Florida licensure and the NCCAOM examinations required in most states.
Program at a glance
Master of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
A comprehensive, in-person graduate program at ATOM's Fort Lauderdale campus.
Questions about admission?
Speak with Admissions about program requirements, transfer credits, scheduling, and the application process.
Speak with Admissions about program requirements, transfer credits, scheduling, and the application process.
- Program length
- Minimum 36 months / three calendar years
- Curriculum
- 3,232 hours / 183.47 credit hours
- Schedule
- Day and evening sessions; three- or five-day weekly options
- Campus
- 100 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- Start dates
- Classes may begin in January, May and September; confirm availability with Admissions
Your next steps
A clear path from inquiry to application.
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Check your credits
Confirm that you have at least 60 semester or 90 quarter college credits and review the general education requirements.
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Talk with Admissions
Ask questions about eligibility, transcripts, scheduling, tuition and the application process.
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Submit your application
Complete the application and provide the requested documents and fee when you are ready to proceed.
Request information
Find out whether ATOM is the right next step.
Share a few details and an Admissions representative can contact you about eligibility, the program and the application process.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions prospective students often ask.
Do I need a bachelor's degree to apply?
The published minimum is 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits from an accredited college or university, or the international equivalent. Specific general education distribution requirements also apply.
Is this an online program?
No. ATOM's accredited programs are offered through its Fort Lauderdale campus and are not accredited for distance education.
Can Admissions evaluate my previous education?
Admissions can explain the transcript and prerequisite requirements. International education may require an approved course-by-course evaluation.
When can I begin?
ATOM publishes January, May and September class starts. Contact Admissions to confirm the next available start and application timeline.
Where can I verify program and accreditation details?
Review ATOM's program overview, admissions requirements and accreditation and approvals.
Ready to explore a career in acupuncture?
Request program information or speak directly with ATOM Admissions.
Program requirements, schedules and start dates may change. Confirm current information with ATOM Admissions. Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine, 100 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.