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36 Years
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Your Trusted Integrative Medicine College in Orlando
Founded in 1990, Florida College Of Integrative Medicine (FCIM) has established itself as a pioneering institution in acupuncture and herbal medicine education. Our curriculum uniquely integrates Eastern healing traditions with Western medical sciences, preparing graduates to meet evolving healthcare demands. As Florida's first ACAHM-accredited acupuncture school, we've maintained rigorous academic standards while fostering a diverse student body from over 10 countries. Our dual-degree program awards both Bachelor and Master credentials simultaneously, reflecting our commitment to comprehensive education. With three decades of experience, our faculty combines clinical expertise with pedagogical innovation to deliver practical training.We maintain affiliations with healthcare institutions like the Orlando Veterans Affairs Healthcare System, enhancing clinical training opportunities. Our graduates receive specialized instruction in Clean Needle Technique certification and traditional Chinese medicine principles. Through continuous curriculum updates since our founding, we ensure students gain relevant skills for modern integrative medicine practice. Our Orlando campus provides hands-on learning through teaching clinics and partnerships with local healthcare providers. We maintain transparent admissions processes and financial aid options to support accessible education in complementary medicine fields.
Services
Acupuncture Education
Herbal Medicine Training
Dual-Degree Program
Clean Needle Certification
Clinical Internships
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 35 years of specialized acupuncture education experience
- Unique dual-degree program with simultaneous degree conferral
- Integration of Eastern and Western medical traditions
- Clinical training through Orlando VA Healthcare System partnership
- International student community from 10+ countries
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM)
- Florida Commission for Independent Education
Services
Acupuncture Education
Our three-year acupuncture program combines traditional Chinese medicine with Western medical sciences. Students learn diagnostic techniques, meridian theory, and treatment protocols through classroom instruction and clinical practice. Graduates qualify for national certification exams and state licensure in acupuncture.
Herbal Medicine Training
Comprehensive instruction in Chinese herbal medicine covering materia medica, formula composition, and preparation techniques. Students study both classical and modern applications through laboratory work and supervised clinical experiences. The curriculum emphasizes safe, evidence-based herbal practice.
Dual-Degree Program
Unique educational pathway awarding Bachelor in Professional Health Studies and Master in Acupuncture degrees simultaneously. The integrated curriculum streamlines advanced training in integrative medicine while maintaining accreditation standards for both degree levels.
Clean Needle Certification
Specialized instruction in sterile needle techniques and infection control protocols. The program meets national certification requirements through hands-on workshops and competency assessments. Training includes OSHA compliance and clinical safety best practices.
Clinical Internships
Supervised clinical experiences at our teaching clinic and partner facilities. Students gain hands-on patient care experience under licensed practitioners' supervision. Rotations include specialty areas like pain management, women's health, and sports medicine applications.
Questions
What degrees does FCIM offer?
We award a Bachelor in Professional Health Studies and Master in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine simultaneously upon program completion.
Is FCIM nationally accredited?
Our Master's program holds full accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM).
How long is the program?
Our intensive curriculum requires three years of full-time study to complete all degree requirements.
Do you accept international students?
Yes, we've educated students from over 10 countries since establishing our international program in 1997.
What clinical training opportunities exist?
Students complete internships at our teaching clinic and partner institutions like the Orlando VA Healthcare System.
Are there financing options available?
We offer financial aid packages including scholarships, grants, and student referral programs to support qualified applicants.
