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Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CCHM)
Program Description
The graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CCHM) requires 61.5 credits (785 hours) including 255 hours of Clinical training to complete the program. The normal program length of CCHM is 2 years.
The CCHM is an immersion program centered in the knowledge and clinical experience of Chinese Herbology. The CCHM is designed to educate students who seek a fundamental and detailed education in Traditional Chinese Herbology. This certificate program provides necessary traditional Chinese Herbology information to complete a professional master degree in Oriental Medicine.
Program Objective
The Objective of the Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine Program is to create leading practitioners of Oriental Medicine through student-centered educational structures and experiences that will produce the following competencies:
Defend an etiology of disease from the Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective to then create and recommend disease prevention strategies.
Formulate a logical treatment principle from the Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis, which can be put into action utilizing the Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities.
Evaluate patients exhibiting complaints from within the appropriate scope of practice using the Four Pillars of Diagnosis to formulate a treatment plan.
Gain knowledge of traditional methods of assessment and appropriate treatment of patients.
Demonstrate competency in administering a treatment plan as part of the clinical encounter.
Identify and demonstrate knowledge of situations and symptoms that necessitate the need for referral to an appropriate health care professional.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate the Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts and diagnoses to other qualified complementary healthcare professionals.
Outline and model personal and professional ethical standards.
Program Outcomes
Welcome to the Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CCHM) Program
Master the art and science of Traditional Chinese Herbology with the CCHM program. Designed for those seeking a deep, clinically focused education, this immersive two-year certificate blends rigorous coursework with hands-on training, preparing students to integrate herbal medicine into professional practice with confidence and expertise.
Graduation Requirements
General graduation requirements are as follows:
Satisfactory completion of all required course work and clinical hours in accordance with the Residency Requirement.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Satisfactory passing of Graduation Examination
Passing of Phase Exams (each before entry of observation, intern level 1, 2, 3), among other requirements including First-aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Annual training of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Complete the program within one and one-half time of the program length.
Meet all financial obligations to the University
A student must satisfy degree requirements, as outlined in the catalog in effect at the time of enrollment at Virginia University of Integrative Medicine as a degree program student, unless the student interrupts his/her program. It may become necessary to satisfy the program requirements as outlined in the catalog in effect at the time the student re-enters as a student
License Requirements
The State of Virginia does not require Chinese Herbology NCCAOM exam to acquire the license and practice acupuncture. However, there are many states that require Chinese Herbology NCCAOM exam as a part of their requirement to apply for a license. Also, NCCAOM Acupuncture Certification can be converted to NCCAOM Oriental Medicine Certification after passing Chinese Herbology NCCAOM exam.
We're empowering the next generation of integrative healthcare practitioners. Our mission: to advance expertise in acupuncture, natural medicine, and integrative care—bridging the time-honored traditions of East Asian medicine with the precision of modern clinical practice.
What You’ll Experience
Study at VUIM is serious training for a serious career. Here, you’ll build a deep foundation in integrative medicine, mastering traditional Eastern practices while applying them through hands-on clinical training. Guided by expert faculty, you’ll gain the knowledge, confidence, and real-world experience to shape the future of holistic healthcare.
Career-Ready Training
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We don’t just prepare you to graduate—we prepare you to lead. With hands-on training, expert guidance, and a focus on real-world application, you’ll be ready to bring herbal medicine into clinical practice from day one.
Supportive Community
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You’re not just a student—you’re part of something bigger. From faculty to classmates, our tight-knit community offers the support, mentorship, and collaboration to help you thrive in your studies and career.
Holistic Healing Approach
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Health isn’t just about symptoms—it’s about the whole person. We teach you how to approach treatment with a balanced, integrative mindset, blending traditional techniques with modern clinical strategies.
Expert Faculty & Mentorship
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Learn from leaders in the field. Our faculty brings decades of clinical experience and academic expertise, guiding you through the complexities of herbal medicine with real-world insight and personalized mentorship.
Evidence-Based Learning
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Ancient medicine meets modern science. We bridge traditional Chinese herbology with the latest research, ensuring your knowledge is rooted in both time-tested wisdom and clinical validation.
Hands-On Clinical Training
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Theory is important, but real learning happens in practice. You’ll work with patients under expert supervision, refining your skills and building the experience you need to step into clinical care with ease.
Comprehensive Curriculum
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We don’t just skim the surface—we dive deep. Our curriculum covers everything from classical herbal formulas to modern applications, giving you the expertise to diagnose, prescribe, and treat with confidence.
