Start a Career You Love with the
Animal Acupuncture Academy's
Certificate in Animal Acupuncture
Accessible to All
No study prerequisites
Full Online Learning
Study from home at your own pace
Industry Recognition
Get professional insurance to practice (see our FAQ).
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in holistic animal health?
Whether you're an animal health professional, a veterinarian, or new to the animal industry, studying Animal Acupuncture could be your next best step to create a career you love.
Our comprehensive, 12-month Certificate in Animal Acupuncture is designed to get you ready for your successful and fulfilling career in Animal Acupuncture.
Here at the Animal Acupuncture Academy we believe that ...
Anyone who is passionate about helping animals and learning the skills can become a great Animal Acupuncture Practitioner
By the end of this 12-month Certification, you will…
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Be Certified to Practice Animal Acupuncture
Our full Certification course is recognised by the International Institute of Complementary Therapists, so you can obtain professional insurance to practice in your country (see our FAQ). -
Treat Multiple Conditions in Multiple Species
Whether your heart lies with small animals like cats and dogs, equines, or other animals, our program teaches you to treat 100+ common medical conditions. -
Know How to Use Needles, Laser & Other Acutechniques
Our comprehensive course covers needles, laser, electro-acupuncture, and moxibustion, offering you more versatility in delivering effective treatments (see our country FAQ). -
Deepen Your Understanding of Holistic Animal Health
By using Chinese Medicine and restoring the balance of Chi in the body, you will be able to prevent, treat, and alleviate animal disease — naturally. -
Expand your Career Opportunities & Start a Career You Love
Demand for animal acupuncture services is on the rise, meaning more opportunities for those with the right skills and knowledge.
Are You a Human Acupuncturist?
Students and graduates of nationally recognised TCM acupuncture programs enjoy Recognition of Prior Learning for TCM Theory, a 15% discount on course fees, and faster course finish time (9 months instead of 12 months).
Get in touch via our Contact Page for your special discount.
What’s Inside the Animal Acupuncture Academy's
Certificate in Animal Acupuncture
Module 1 (2 Months)
Chinese Medicine Theory
The goal of Animal Acupuncture is to achieve a state of wellness by restoring the balance of energy (Chi) within the body.
By the end of this Module's 15 weekly lessons, you will understand how Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts are used to promote animal health & wellbeing.
Module Highlights:
- Western and Eastern Concepts of Energy and Medicine
- Yin & Yang and 5-Element Theory
- Causes of Disease in Chinese Medicine
- Western Neurophysiology of Acupuncture
- Chinese Medical Diagnosis by Organ
*If you are a Human Acupuncturist, you are exempt from completing this Module in our FASTRACK Program.
Module 2 (1 Month)
Anatomy
At this stage, you will select your focal study stream and learn superficial and skeletal anatomy in your chosen species:
- Small Animals (cats and dogs)
- Equines
- Both (Dual Stream)
This knowledge will support you in accurately locating acupoints.
Module 3 (3 Months)
Clinical Practice
This Module is where the rubber meets the road and you learn to practice Animal Acupuncture on live animals using our educational videos, Live Online Masterclasses, and ongoing tutor support.
By the end of this Module's 11 Lessons, you will know how to work with animals in practice by making accurate Chinese Medical Diagnoses, selecting the right acupoints, and treating animals using a range of acutechniques.
Module Highlights:
- Chinese Medical Examination & Diagnosis
- Acupoint Selection
- Advanced acupuncture techniques (needles, laser, moxibustion & electro-acupuncture)
Module 4 (5 Months)
Treatment Plans
The bulk of the Course duration is dedicated to Treatment Plans — the bread and butter of practicing Animal Acupuncture.
By the end of this Module, you will be able to treat more than 100 conditions in Small Animals and/or Equines.
Module Highlights:
- Full treatment plans for 50+ Small Animal conditions
- Full treatment plans for 50+ Equine conditions
- Complete Your Video and Written Case Studies
Module 5 (3 Months)
Acupoints
In this Module, you will find and identify acupoints with the support of our proprietary point-finding software DogPoints (181 acupoints) and HorsePoints (211 acupoints).
Module Highlights:
- 14 meridians & acupoint locations in Small Animals
- 14 meridians & acupoint locations in Equines
- Farm & Exotic Animals Acupoint Atlases
Module 6 (2 Months)
Final Examinations
The last months of the Course are intensely practical and will get you fully ready to step into your professional practice.
Module Highlights:
- Complete Your Case Logbook of 10 Videoed and Written Case Studies
- Write an Acupuncture Essay
- NEW! Animal Acupuncture Business Planning Module with clinical templates, client onboarding forms, and key documents to kickstart your animal acupuncture practice.
Live Course Support
Our Monthly LIVE Online Masterclasses cover the most important topics of the course and provide students with the opportunity to meet each other and ask Live questions from their tutor.
Throughout the course, send questions to your tutor via email and expect a response within 48 business hours, so you are never stuck in your studies.
Your tutor can also arrange a phone, Zoom, or video WhatsApp call with you if needed.
Certification is not just a qualification —
It's the key to unlocking a career you'll love.
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By the end of this program,
you will be able to treat
100+ conditions including...
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Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Shoulder & Elbow Problems
- Carpus & Feet Problems
- Laminitis, Hoof & Fetlock Problems
- Hip, Stifle & Hock Problems
- Neck, Back & Iliosacral Problems
- Arthritis, Arthropathies & Tendinopathies
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General Medicine
- Paresis & Paralysis
- Neurological Conditions (inc. Epilepsy)
- Eyes & Ears
- Teeth & Mouth
- Skin & Allergies
- Respiratory Problems
- Cardiovascular Problems
- Emergencies
- Hormonal Problems (inc. Diabetes)
- Digestive Problems
- Liver & Pancreas
- Kidney & Bladder Problems
- Reproductive Problems
- Immune Problems
- Behavioural Problems
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Prospective Students ask before enrolling in the Certificate
When you Enroll in the Certificate in Animal Acupuncture, you’ll get:
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Certified Excellence
The AAA Certificate in Animal Acupuncture is recognised by the IICT in multiple countries (see our FAQ). -
102 Lessons in Animal Acupuncture
Our complete, comprehensive course of 102 Lessons — refined, tried and tested over 41 years.
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LIVE Online Instruction
Get support and ask questions during our LIVE Online Masterclasses. -
Tutor Support
Send questions to your tutor via email and get a response within 48 business hours, so you're never stuck in your studies.
Plus 3 FREE Bonuses to Help You Succeed
(No need to buy additional books or resources)
Bonus 1
HorsePoints and DogPoints software programs
Learn acupoints faster using our proprietary HorsePoints (211 points) and DogPoints (181 points) software programs.
$679
FREE Bonus
Bonus 2
Greyhound Acupuncture and Equine Acupuncture E-Books
Deepen your understanding of common animal conditions with these two must-have books.
$67
FREE Bonus
Bonus 3
AAA Resource Bank
Our AAA Resource Bank of textbook extracts, acupuncture atlases, scientific papers, product recommendations, and clinical templates will become your go-to references during your course and beyond.
$379
FREE Bonus
Enroll in the AAA Certificate in Animal Acupuncture Today
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Enrol in the AAA Certificate in Animal Acupuncture, Risk Free.
In the event that you decide that studying Animal Acupuncture was not the right decision for you, within 14 days of enrollment, contact our support team and let us know you’d like a refund — no questions asked.
After 14 days, all fees are due to be paid to the AAA and refunds are not possible. See our T&Cs.
Ready to make a difference?
Enrol now and step into a world where passion meets purpose
Meet your Course Director
Dr Lucie Bland
I used to be a university Lecturer in Animal Biology, but after retraining in Animal Acupuncture under the guidance of Dr Gilchrist, my whole life turned around.
I couldn't believe how effective (and simple) treating animals with acupuncture was.
With those results, it wasn't difficult to build a solid client base in Small Animal veterinary practice.
Now, I am so proud to continue in Dr Gilchrist's footsteps, teaching Animal Acupuncture to all those who desire to learn it.
I can’t wait to become your travel companion and guide on this incredible journey.
Dr Lucie
Enroll in the AAA Certificate of Animal Acupuncture Today
OR
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Enrol in the AAA Certificate in Animal Acupuncture, Risk Free.
In the event that you decide that studying Animal Acupuncture was not the right decision for you, within 14 days of enrollment, contact our support team and let us know you’d like a refund — no questions asked.
After 14 days, all fees are due to be paid to the AAA and refunds are not possible. See our T&Cs.
