Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Frequently asked question can help resolve most of you concerns. Please check here to find answers to your most common questions.
Applicants
- Which certifications are supported by NCCAOM?
- How did NCCAOM seek stakeholder input on eliminating Apprenticeship Route #3?
- Will applicants still be able to apply through a Combination Route of Formal Education and an Apprenticeship (Route #4)?
- How will this affect future apprentices who wish to take exams for licensure purposes after December 31, 2021?
- How will this affect current apprentices?
- When will the Apprenticeship Route #3 be eliminated?
Consumers
- Will the COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall For Acupuncturists be available for viewing?
- How do I find a qualified practitioner to perform cupping safely?
- I would like to learn more about cupping. Where can I find out more information?
- Is cupping safe? Does it hurt?
- How does cupping work? What does it treat?
- Will acupuncture and Oriental medicine treatment be covered through my insurance reimburse?
Diplomates
- When should I submit my recertification application?
- How do I add my name in the Find a Practitioner?
- How does moving to a different state affect my certification? What do I need to do to practice in that state?
- How do I recertify?
- When does my certification expire?
- I am not listed on the NCCAOM’s Find a Practitioner Directory. How do I get listed?
Exams
- I passed all the required exams. Does this mean I’m now certified?
- I passed the exam. What was my score?
- How did I fail the exam when the average of my content area scaled scores was 70 (or higher)?
- I failed the exam. How do I request verification of my exam results and overall scaled score?
- I failed the exam. What areas do I need to focus on for the next exam?
- When will I receive my exam results?