03/24/2026
Dear NESA Community,
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news: on March 19, 2026, the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) officially approved MCPHS University's substantive change application and granted initial accreditation to the Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (DAc CHM) degree program.
This is a milestone worth celebrating. The DAc CHM designation formally recognizes what our faculty, students, and staff have been delivering all along, a rigorous, integrated doctoral curriculum in both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. ACAHM placed the DAc CHM on a concurrent review cycle with our accredited Doctor of Acupuncture program through August 2028, and waived the post-implementation site visit, a testament to the strength and integrity of our existing programs. This achievement reflects years of commitment from our entire community dedicated faculty who bring expertise and passion to every classroom and clinic, and students who have chosen NESA because they believe in the full scope of East Asian medicine. You all made this possible.
As we move forward, you will begin to see the DAc CHM degree title reflected in institutional publications, student materials, and official program communications. We will share further details about any updates that may be relevant to current students in the coming weeks.
Thank you for being part of this community and for your ongoing dedication to advancing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine education. We are proud of what we have built together and excited for what comes next.
With gratitude,
Dennis Moseman
The Doctor of Acupuncture four-year or completion program teaches the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to provide highly skilled and effective care to patients in a variety of settings, including in private practice and hospitals. This program also provides advanced training that prepares....