Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
A general program that focuses on the theories, science, and practice of alternative and complementary medicine and medical systems. Includes instruction in understanding acupuncture, herbal medicine, naturopathy, homeopathy, and other alternative and complementary medicine modalities; mind-body therapies; nutrition; comparison of conventional and alternative medicine; and medical ethics; and may include training in specific alternative and complementary medicine modalities.
- Schools offering
- 2
- Annual completions
- 187
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $37k
About this major
A general program that focuses on the theories, science, and practice of alternative and complementary medicine and medical systems. Includes instruction in understanding acupuncture, herbal medicine, naturopathy, homeopathy, and other alternative and complementary medicine modalities; mind-body therapies; nutrition; comparison of conventional and alternative medicine; and medical ethics; and may include training in specific alternative and complementary medicine modalities.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare diagnosing or treating practitioners, all other | $114k | +2.0% | Master's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$37k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$30k
Bachelor's
$42k
Top colleges for Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everglades University | Boca Raton, FL | 0 | 106 | 106 |
| American College of Healthcare Sciences | Portland, OR | 59 | 22 | 81 |