Contact the NCBAHM to request evidence of passing the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM) certification examination, and successful completion of the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course be provided to the Board
If your native language is not English, you will need to have your TOEFL/TSE Scores submitted directly from TOEFL/TSE.
Licensure in Virginia
What you'll need in order to apply:
Review the full set of Laws and Regulations regarding the practice of Acupuncture in the state of Virginia
Request proof of NCCAOM (NCBAHM) certification, and evidence of successful completion of the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course administered by the CCAHM
If your native language is not English and acupuncture education was also not in English, submit evidence of a passing score on either the Test of Spoken English (TSE) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Applicants licensed in another state/jurisdiction:
Professional License Verification: Please contact the applicable jurisdiction where you have been issued a license to practice acupuncture to inquire about having verification of your license forwarded to the Virginia Board of Medicine.
Is the evaluation service able to provide original transcripts (and an English translation if needed)?
Please select one of the following:
What you'll need in order to apply:
Request original transcripts (and an English translation, if needed) from the evaluation service.
Review the full set of Laws & Regulations regarding the practice of Acupuncture in the state of Virginia
Request original transcripts (and an English translation, if needed) from the evaluation service.
Request proof of NCCAOM (NCBAHM) certification, and evidence of successful completion of the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course administered by the CCAHM
If your native language is not English and acupuncture education was also not in English, submit evidence of a passing score on either the Test of Spoken English (TSE) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Professional License Verification: Please contact the applicable jurisdiction where you have been issued a license to practice acupuncture to inquire about having verification of your license forwarded to the Virginia Board of Medicine.
If your native language is not English, you will need to have your TOEFL/TSE Scores submitted directly from TOEFL/TSE.
Forward the NCCAOM Certification Form to NCCAMM to request proof of certification, successful completion of the Practical Examination of Point Location Skills (PEPLS) and of successful completion of the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course.
IF your native language is not English, you will need to have your TOEFL/TSE Scores submitted directly from TOEFL/TSE.
Graduate of Non-ACAOM-Approved, Non-Evaluated Program
Before continuing with your application, have your educational course of study in acupuncture evaluated by a credential evaluation service approved by the Board. Any members of NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) that provides course-by-course evaluations are acceptable. If the evaluation service does not provide a copy of the original transcripts as well as an English translation as part of their report, the applicant will be required to have the documents translated into English and certified by a translating service or embassy of the issuing government.
Verify your identity. This can be done electronically as part of your ”Place a Self-Query” order or by completing a paper form and having it notarized.
Forward the NCCAOM Certification Form to NCCAMM to request proof of certification, successful completion of the Practical Examination of Point Location Skills (PEPLS) and of successful completion of the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course.
Copies of documentation supporting any name change since your initial licensure in Virginia.
Send documentation, along with required fee (check or money order made payable to the "Treasurer of Virginia"), to the Board.
Late Renewal
You are eligible to renew your Acupuncturist license during the two years after license expiration. You will need to pay the renewal fee, plus a late fee. You may submit your late renewal using the Online Licensing website.
Reactivate a Current Inactive status License
The Inactive to Active application is for licenses that are currently in a Current Inactive status. If you want to return to a Current Active status, contact the Board at 804-367-4600, Option 2 for an application.
If your license has been in an expired status for less than two-years, you are able to renew it using your established login credentials here. If you need assistance with your login credentials, contact our HelpDesk at 804-367-4444.
If your license has been in an expired status for more than two-years, will need to apply using the reinstatement application for your profession.
Please choose one of the following:
My acupuncturist license in the United States or Canada is in good standing.
Do you hold current certification from the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM)?
Licensed Acupuncturist
You may not qualify for licensure as a licensed acupuncturist by the board. Please contact the board at lac-medbd@dhp.virginia.gov.
Do any of the following apply to you?
Denial of license or privilege of taking a licensure/competency exam by any testing entity or licensing authority
Conviction of a violation of local, state or federal statute, regulation or ordinance, or entrance into any plea agreement relating to a felony or misdemeanor. (Exclude traffic violations, except convictions for DUI and reckless driving)
Denial or voluntary surrender of clinical privileges for any reason
Placement on a corrective action plan, placement on probation or dismissal or suspension or request to withdraw from any professional school, training program, hospital, etc.
Termination from employment or resignation in lieu of termination from any training program, hospital, healthcare facility, healthcare provider, provider network or malpractice insurance carrier
Pending or past disciplinary action against your professional license/certification/permit/registration related to your practice of medicine
Voluntary withdrawal from any professional society while under investigation
Malpractice suits brought against you in the past ten (10) years
Licensure by Endorsement
You have indicated that you meet the criteria to apply for licensure by Endorsement
What you'll need in order to apply:
Application and Fee Payment
Employment Chronology
Verification of certification from NCBAHM
Evidence of completion of Clean Needle Technique (CNT) course as administered by the CCAHM
Professional License Verification
NPDB Self-Query
To facilitate your license application process, please carefully review the Laws and Regulationsthat govern the practice of Licensed Acupuncturists in Virginia along with the Application Instructions and Checklist to ensure you have all necessary documents before starting your application.
Click the Apply Now button below to begin the online application process.
Mailing Address: Virginia Board of Medicine c/o Licensed Acupuncturist Licensing 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300 Henrico, VA 23233-1463
