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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about the Board, obtaining a license, and acupuncturist license status.
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Applications and Forms

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Find an Acupuncturist

Use this directory to search licensed acupuncturists in the State of Arizona.
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A Database

New Licensing Database is Live

Please file all applications online
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Substantive Policy Statement on Auricular Acupuncture

The Board is now approving Chemical Dependency Programs independently. See the statement by...
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Welcome

Next Acupuncture Board Meeting

 

April 27, 2022 |  12:00 Noon - This Meeting is Open to the Public

Via Teleconference - Please see agenda for instructions

Agendas - will be available at least 24 hours prior to the meeting on the Meetings page of this website.

Licensed Acupuncturists may Attend the ENTIRE Regular Board Meeting, once in every renewal year, in order to obtain 1 CEU.

What We Do

The Board licenses and regulates acupuncturists, certifies auricular acupuncturists for detoxification or substance abuse programs, acupuncture training programs, continuing education programs and visiting professors.  The Board evaluates professional competency, investigates complaints, and enforces the standards of practice for the acupuncture profession. The Board regulates the educational, clinical and clean needle technique programs approved to teach the practice of acupuncture in this state.

E-mail us at: [email protected]

FY 2022 Agency Budget Request

Laws 2016, Chapter 155, requires each state agency to post their budget request

PDF icon FY22 Acupuncture Board of Examiners Budget Request

April 27, 2022

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January 25, 2022

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December 08, 2021

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October 27, 2021

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March 24, 2021

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Board Meetings

Notices for all Board meetings are posted on the first floor of the 1740 W. Adams, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Building. Notices can also be obtained by clicking on the Board Meetings Page.

License Application by Universal Recognition

On August 27, 2019 the State of Arizona Acupuncture Board of Examiners began accepting applications for licensure by universal recognition. 
 
The universal recognition policy allows Arizona residents to use an out-of-state professional or occupational license to qualify for an Arizona license to work. To qualify, an applicant must:
-Prove residency in Arizona.
-Be currently licensed or certified for at least one year in another U.S. state in the discipline applied for and at the same level of practice as recognized in Arizona.
-Be in good standing in all states where currently or previously licensed or certified.
-Have met all applicable education, work, exam, and/or clinical supervision requirements in the other state where originally licensed or certified.
-Complete a criminal background check when required by law.
-Pay all applicable fees to the State of Arizona Acupuncture Board of Examiners
PDF icon Universal Recognition Application

News & Events

Fingerprint Requirement

Beginning July 1, 2016, all NEW acupuncture license applicants will be required to meet fingerprint requirements for licensure. Acupuncture licensees granted a license before July 1, 2016 are not subject to this new requirement. The Board is in the process of adopting rules to implement this new requirement.

Please find the attached instructions to assist in this new process and contact the Board for additional details.

See also announcements and newsletters under the "About" tab.

 

  • File Fingerprint instructions.docx
Imposter Alert

A list of individuals representing themselves as Licensed Acupuncturists.

Complaints Advisory Letters and Non-Disciplinary Orders
The Board office should be contacted to determine if the licensee has a history of advisory letters or non-disciplinary orders.
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State of Arizona Acupuncture Board of Examiners
1740 W. Adams St, Ste. 3005
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
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Phone: 602-364-0145
Fax: 602-926-8104
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