Ready to help others? Join the next generation of healers and leaders in acupuncture and Chinese medicine at the College of Eastern Medicine (CEM) at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU). As a CEM student, you will learn how to improve patient outcomes by treating the whole person.

Gain the knowledge and experience needed to live your dream and advance your career through a combination of SCU’s industry-leading faculty, innovative course design, and exceptional clinical experiences.

Pioneering Program

The first WASC-accredited Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) program in the country, SCU’s innovative and ACAOM** approved degree program will help you get where you’re going faster. Unlike most other acupuncture doctorates, this program does not require a masters degree as a prerequisite.

Integrative Health Care

Join a community of healers dedicated to advancing health care. In the DACM program, you will train to become an integrative practitioner with students from all disciplines, so you’ll be prepared to work in a dynamic team environment.

Become a Leader in Your Community

A Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine leads to exciting career opportunities that keep you inspired and engaged for a lifetime. Whether you want to be your own boss or work for a leading healthcare organization, a DACM can help get you there.

Realize Your Dream

Being an acupuncturist isn’t a job. It’s a calling. Learn how to be a healer and find out how you can make a lasting difference, one patient at a time.