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The American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine offers a Master of Science degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, emphasizing both acupuncture and Chinese herbology. Students may choose to develop special skills in one of the following areas of traditional Chinese medicine: gynecology, internal medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, dermatology, neurological disorders, musculo-skeletal disorders or sensory organ disorders. Additionally, a 41-credit Tuina Massage Program is offered which confers a certificate in Chinese therapeutic body work.
AAAOM faculty members are highly-trained professionals in their fields of expertise. They include skilled doctors of Oriental medicine from China, and doctors of biomedicine who have received training in both Western and Oriental medicine. Our faculty members embody a comprehensive range of experience in academic knowledge, clinical practice and technical skill.
AAAOM was founded with the aid and support of many people and institutions in China and the United States. The Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Jinan, China, provided a model for the high-quality curriculum, instructional methods and standards of practice adopted by AAAOM. Graduates and advanced students of AAAOM are afforded the opportunity to continue their studies at Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its affiliated hospitals. Additional opportunities for study and observation are available to our students at Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Beijing.
Click here for a list of landmarks and highlights from AAAOM's history.
Statement of Purpose
The American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is dedicated to integrating the best of traditional and contemporary medicine. AAAOM offers a rigorous and comprehensive master's degree in the theoretical foundation and clinical application of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The curriculum includes acupuncture, herbal medicine, medical Tuina, dietary therapy, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong, as well as instruction in fundamental scientific concepts and biomedicine. AAAOM is committed to training TCM health professionals and preparing them for a career of lifelong learning and professional development in order to advance traditional Chinese medicine in the twenty-first century.
Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of AAAOM are listed below. To achieve these objectives graduates will:
1. Demonstrate a solid understanding of the theories and philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine.
2. Be competent in skills of patient assessment, clinical diagnosis, and the development of treatment plans.
3. Be able to effectively administer various modalities in traditional Chinese medicine.
4. Demonstrate sufficient understanding of Western medical science to complement TCM medical diagnosis and to enable informed and responsible referrals.
5. Display a sound understanding of professional ethics.
6. Be competent in the application of professional practice standards in order to communicate and interact appropriately with peers and patients.
7. Be prepared to enter all available TCM professional practice opportunities including those in private practice, integrated clinics, hospitals, community health centers, teaching, and research.
Location
The American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is located at 1925 West County Road B2 in Roseville, Minnesota, near the junction of Interstate 35W and Highway 36. Our facilities include five classrooms, a teaching clinic with ten treatment rooms and three consultation rooms, a conference room, study room, herbal pharmacy, library, bookstore, and administrative and faculty offices. Classrooms are equipped with acupuncture charts and models, human anatomy models, and herbal samples. There is also a student lounge area and space for ongoing Tai Chi and Qi Gong courses. The building has ample free parking to accommodate students, faculty, and patients.
History of AAAOM
Following the remarkable success of the three TCM Health Centers in Minnesota, which began providing acupuncture services in 1995, AAAOM's founders were strongly encouraged by staff and faculty of our sister school in China, the Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Jinan, to establish a school of TCM in the United States. After much hard work and dedication, AAAOM was founded in August 1997, and regular classroom instruction began in January, 1999.
Registration and Approval
The American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.
Accreditation
The Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine program of the American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM), which is the recognized accrediting agency for the approval of programs preparing acupuncture and Oriental medicine practitioners. The Accreditation Commission is located at 7501 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 820, Greenbelt, MD 20770; Telephone 301-313-0855; Fax 301-313-0912.
Minnesota Licenses Requirement for Practice
Minnesota requires that candidates pass the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) acupuncture examination in order to practice in the state. The Minnesota Board of Medical Practice is the licensing agency for practicing acupuncture in Minnesota. Graduates from the master's program at the American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, which is an accredited program with the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, are qualified to take the NCCAOM exams. AAAOM prepares its students for national certification by the NCCAOM.
Campus Safety Policies
I. Safety Measures for Students, Faculty and Staff
- Exercise caution to prevent loss or theft of personal effects. Do not leave valuables unattended.
- Lock your vehicle when it is in the school parking lot.
- Be familiar with emergency exit routes from the school in case of fire or other emergency. Emergency exits are marked with a red "Exit" sign above the door. Emergency exit diagrams are posted throughout the school.
- The Academy does not have an on-campus security department. If you witness a crime or are the victim of a crime, call 9-1-1 or the 24-hour emergency number for the Roseville Police Department: 651-767-0640.
- Be aware of the school drug and alcohol abuse policy and sexual harassment policy (AAAOM Student Handbook, Sections 5.10.4 & 5.10.6). The possession, use or sale of alcohol or unauthorized drugs on campus is prohibited. No guns are permitted on school premises.
- Report immediately any emergency situation, suspicious activity, or criminal behavior on school premises to appropriate authorities (Roseville P.D., school administrators, clinic supervisor, etc.)
- Report any safety hazards such as icy sidewalks, etc. to school authorities in a timely manner.
II. Annual Campus Safety & Security Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1990, AAAOM submits a campus safety and security report to the U.S. Department of Education each year by October 1st. Students and employees who would like to view a paper version of the current security report may do so in the Financial Aid Administrator's office during business hours. Previous-year reports are also available in the FAA's office.
Click here to view the current-year AAAOM Campus Safety and Security Report.
III. Emergency Response and Evacuation Policy and Procedures
As part of the annual Campus Safety and Security Report, the Higher Education Opportunity Act (Public Law 110-315) mandates educational institutions to formulate and implement emergency response and evacuation procedures.
Click here to view AAAOM's policy and procedure in regard to emergency response and evacuation.
IV. Sex Offender Registry
AAAOM is required to inform current and prospective students, and current and prospective employees, that the Roseville P.D. maintains a Sex Offender Registry. Students and employees may contact Captain R. Mathwig at 651-792-7008 to obtain information regarding sex offenders who may be enrolled or employed at AAAOM. Roseville P.D. telephone: 651-792-7008; web site: www.cityofroseville.com.
Promoting an Alcohol- and Drug-Free Campus
In compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226), the American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is committed to promoting an educational and workplace environment which ensures that students and employees can learn, work and develop to their full potential. The use and abuse of alcohol and other controlled substances has a negative impact on the ability of students and employees to learn and work to their full potential. In recognition of this fact, AAAOM has implemented and will enforce the following alcohol- and drug-free campus policies. This guide also contains information on the health risks associated with the use of controlled substances and provides a list of community resources available to students and employees who may wish to seek help.
Click here for the complete Alcohol and Drugs Policy / Resource Guide.
Safeguarding the Privacy of Student Education Records
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, known as FERPA, requires all educational institutions which disburse federal financial aid funds to safeguard students' personal information and education records, and to provide students with the opportunity to access and amend their records.
Click here to read a statement of student rights and institutional obligations under FERPA.
Governance and Administration
Board of Directors
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Wei Liu, TCMD, MPH, L.Ac.
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Changzhen Gong, Ph.D., M.S.
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Advisory Board
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James Stevenson, M.D.
Yu Pan, Ph.D.
Russ Smiley, Ph.D.
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Kathleen Newell, Ph.D.
Nancy Quam, B.S.
Barbara Gislason, J.D.
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Administration
President: Changzhen Gong, Ph.D., M.S.
Academic Dean: Yubin Lu, TCMD, Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Clinic Director: Brian Grosam, Dipl.OM., Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Administrative Director: Leila Nielsen
Communications Officer: Jesse Katzman, L.Ac.
Registrar: Dan McGough, B.A.
Financial Aid Administrator: Lilian Cheung
Librarian: Yaolin Liu
Departmental Directors
Director of Acupuncture: Wen Jiang, TCMD, Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Director of Herbology: Hong Chen, TCMD, Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Director of TCM Basics: Yubin Lu, TCMD, Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Director of Clinical Medicine: Brian Grosam, Dipl.OM., Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
Director of Biomedicine: Peter J. Dorsen, M.D., L.A.D.C.
Director of Research: Daiyi Tang, TCMD, Ph.D. (China), L.Ac.
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