Typical Career Progression
There is no formal career progression in Acupuncture but good career growth potential for the field. Modern science has proven the effectiveness of many treatments that have been practiced in other countries for centuries, and as a result, more and more insurance companies are covering alternative treatments.
Initially you work at clinics or in a small practice before you establish your own consulting practice and build from there. You can work in tandem with chiropractors or centres for Oriental medicine. You generally can expect to make $50,000 to start out with and double that after a few years' experience. Fees vary at different practices but the initial consultation usually costs $70 thereafter the consulting fee is $55. Seeing thirty patients a week would earn about $80,000 a year.
Career Options Available
Commencing in an established clinic with other health professionals is a good way to begin, as establishing and consolidating a viable practice takes several years. Some are engaged in academic and clinical research.
About the Author
Julian Stow
Registered Acupuncturist
Dip.Ac(UK), BSc(Aust), MAACMA, OMBAC
WellBeing at the Abbotsford Convent
Julian studied and practiced in London before returning to Australia. He is committed to safe, therapeutically efficient, patient-focused treatments, utilising principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.Julian is a VCMRB-Registered Acupuncture practitioner, and a member of AACMA.
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