Salary guide
Acupuncturist
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HealthcareComplementary Therapies
- Acupuncture is used by over 2 million people in the UK each year
Other names this job is known by
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Key responsibilities
- Assess patients and develop treatment plans
- Insert fine needles at specific points on the body
- Advise on lifestyle and holistic health
- Maintain patient records
- Ensure hygiene and safety standards
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in acupuncture (British Acupuncture Accreditation Board - BAAB)
- Registration with British Acupuncture Council (BAcC)
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology
- DBS check for working with vulnerable groups
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Practitioner
- Clinic Owner
- Lecturer
- Researcher
How to get the job
- Complete a BAAB-accredited course
- Register with BAcC
- Build experience in clinics or private practice
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