Become a Member
We offer a variety of different membership options for every stage of your career. Whether you’re still in school, just getting started, or a seasoned professional we’re here every step of the way to provide you with the support you need.
Select an option below to become a member today!
Student Memberships
A Student Member is actively studying acupuncture for the first time in an ACAOM-accredited school (not for an advanced degree in acupuncture) or apprenticing with an acupuncturist with at least ten years of experience. A Student Member possesses the right to attend all general meetings and serve on committees. Student Members possess rights and privileges as non-voting members. The annual dues for this category are $5.00 per year and is not renewable.
For One Year – $5
1st Year Professional Memberships
A Graduate First Year Professional Member is one who has just received their NC State Acupuncture License and is beginning their first year of acupuncture practice. A First Year Professional Member shall meet the same qualifications and possess full rights and privileges as a Professional Member except the dues are one half the amount of dues paid by a Professional Member. The annual dues for this category are $90.00 per year and is not renewable.
For One Year – $90
Professional Memberships
A Professional Member must be a licensed acupuncturist in the State of North Carolina, practicing acupuncture under the Acupuncture Practice Act. Professional Members possess full rights and privileges as voting members of NCSAAM. The annual dues for this category are $175.00 per year and they automatically renew every year. We also offer a quarterly renewal option at $50.70 automatically every three months.
Yearly Renewal – $175/year
By joining our association, you also become a member of the American Society of Acupuncture (ASA). Collectively, you become an essential part of a statewide and national powerhouse that serves to elevate licensed acupuncturists and the profession as a medicine with quality continuing education, emerging research, and discounts on products and services.
We keep you connected to other providers, progress in the field, advocacy issues, and industry information within our state, other states, and national news via state level websites that connect to national content.
In addition, our website content provides information on licensure standards for the public and policy makers. We are networking stronger, and our unifying voice is gaining positive national attention. Help our association grow. Join us as a member. Assist our board locally. Get involved nationally.
Help us advance the profession of acupuncture as a medicine, protect our practice act, and advocate at the national level. As a member, you influence and shape agenda through surveys and votes.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
5% discount off every order at Golden Needle – This benefit alone gave an average savings of $365 per year on Golden Needle clinic supply orders (based on data from 2021) to NCSAAM members who ordered from Golden Needle!
10% discount off CM&F Liability Insurance, which provides competitive rate coverage for licensed acupuncturists
Automatic membership to the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA), which provides additional benefits and discounts on CEU/PDA opportunities provided in all ASA states.
Find an Acupuncturist service on our website that advertises your practice, along with your specialties
50% off classified ads, vendor tables, and marketing
High quality webinars and CEU events
WHAT IS THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ACUPUNCTURE (ASA)?
The ASA exists through state level acupuncture associations to unite licensed acupuncturists nationally, and to champion acupuncture as a medicine at state and federal level while protecting professional interests, increasing access for patients, and informing the public. Their mission is advancing the professional practice of acupuncture as a whole system of medicine through advocacy, education, and research with the vision of being partners in the American healthcare system.Â
Joining our association is simple! We offer 3 different membership options; Student, Graduate First Year Professional, and Professional. Professional Membership can be paid annually or quarterly. Just select the appropriate membership option and pay online, or you can pay by check by contacting . You may also contact for complete assistance with the process.  If you would like other assistance, please email .
CAN I PAY QUARTERLY?
Yes, this option can be selected when opting for a professional annual membership. Payments are set up to be automatic.Â