Master of Integrative Wellness Management

Written by American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Are you interested in a healthcare management degree? How about one that teaches both Western and Oriental medicine? If you’ve always wanted to manage a wellness center or clinic, you will need a degree in the field. But finding a degree program that doesn’t take many years of your life is challenging. What’s more, how do you find a management degree program that is relatively affordable?

The good news is that it’s possible to find a well-rounded degree program. This is why many students consider the Master of Integrative Wellness Management degree at the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Only a year long, this program is the perfect solution for students who want to become healthcare managers with experience in both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine but don’t have a lot of time and money to invest in a program. Here’s a brief look at this exciting program, including what it takes to apply.

The Program

Although it is designed to help students earn management roles in the healthcare industry, the Master of Integrative Wellness Management degree at ACAOM.edu teaches students knowledge of the major acupuncture and Oriental medicine concepts, including acupuncture points, major herbs, and basic acupuncture techniques. Students will also learn about wellness services such as wellness coaching, nutrition, and physical activity and stress management. Finally, students will learn how to manage a healthcare environment.

This one-year program consists of 36 semester units and a total of three semesters. How much does it cost? The Integrative Wellness Management degree costs around $8,000 a semester, although financial aid and VA benefits are also available. In addition, students can apply for scholarships which are available for this program.

Prerequisites

If you already have a bachelor’s degree, you might qualify for this program. According to the school website, you must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 30 semester hours of general education from an accredited college. Your grade point average is also important. You must also have an undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 or a 3.0 on the last 60 semester hours. If you have a master’s degree, you will need to have a 3.0.

Application Process

Are you interested in applying for this program? To submit an application, the school requires a variety of documentation to be submitted along with the application, including a personal essay on why you want to practice acupuncture and Oriental medicine. For a complete list of application requirements, prerequisite requirements, and detailed information about the program, please visit www.acaom.edu.
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American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is an accredited school of natural medicine that offers an alternative medicine degree in Integrative wellness management.