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32 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Traditional Chinese Medicine
Established in 1994, we are the UK's leading self-regulatory body for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. Our organization ensures high standards of practice through rigorous member accreditation, continuous professional development, and adherence to strict codes of conduct. With over 700 qualified practitioners registered, we prioritize public protection by mandating professional indemnity insurance and ethical practice.We actively promote statutory regulation of TCM, collaborate with academic institutions for research, and accredit educational courses to maintain international standards. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our role as a bridge between TCM practitioners and the broader medical community, ensuring safe, evidence-informed care for patients.
Services
Practitioner Registration
CPD Training
Course Accreditation
Research Promotion
Statutory Regulation Advocacy
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1994, we are the UK's leading TCM self-regulatory body.
- All members meet rigorous Bachelor-level qualifications and ethical standards.
- We enforce strict codes of practice and mandatory professional insurance.
- We accredit TCM courses aligned with international educational benchmarks.
- Our practitioners specialize in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Tuina therapy.
Associations and certifications
- TCMAB
What people say
Speedy recover
No longer on tables for pain
Believe in Chinese Medicine
Effective treatments
Public protection
Services
Practitioner Registration
We register qualified TCM practitioners who meet stringent educational and ethical standards. Our members hold at least a Bachelor's degree in TCM or equivalent, ensuring expertise in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Tuina. Continuous compliance with our Code of Conduct guarantees patient safety and professional integrity.
CPD Training
Our continuing professional development programs keep practitioners updated on TCM advancements. These courses cover clinical best practices, regulatory changes, and research findings, maintaining high service standards across acupuncture, herbal medicine, and therapeutic massage disciplines.
Course Accreditation
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Accreditation Board (TCMAB) evaluates TCM courses against rigorous benchmarks. Accredited programs ensure graduates meet international practice standards, facilitating their transition into ATCM membership and professional practice.
Research Promotion
We support TCM research initiatives to validate treatment efficacy and safety. Our research updates provide evidence-based insights into acupuncture and herbal medicine applications for conditions like chronic pain, fertility issues, and respiratory disorders.
Statutory Regulation Advocacy
We actively campaign for statutory regulation of TCM practitioners in the UK. This initiative aims to formalize professional standards, enhance public trust, and integrate TCM safely within the national healthcare framework through legislative reforms.
Questions
What does ATCM do?
ATCM registers qualified TCM practitioners, enforces professional standards, accredits educational courses, and advocates for statutory regulation to ensure safe, ethical TCM practice across the UK.
How do I find a registered TCM practitioner?
Use our online register to locate qualified acupuncturists, herbal medicine specialists, and Tuina therapists in your area, ensuring they meet our strict accreditation criteria.
Are ATCM members properly qualified?
All members hold at least a Bachelor's degree in TCM or equivalent, with mandatory insurance and adherence to our Code of Conduct for patient safety and professional accountability.
Does acupuncture treatment work?
Acupuncture, a core TCM practice, has evidence-based applications for pain management, fertility support, and chronic conditions, validated through centuries of clinical practice and modern research.
How to file a complaint against a practitioner?
Contact ATCM with detailed concerns. We investigate all complaints thoroughly, taking disciplinary action when breaches of our Code of Conduct or professional standards occur.
