The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Acupuncturist
Acupuncturists require a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
\r\nRegistration or licensing is required.
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- assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing \r\n
- developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies \r\n
- evaluating and documenting patients' progress through treatment plans \r\n
- providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines \r\n
- prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body's capacity for self-healing \r\n
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About Endeavour College of Natural Health
\r\nProviding the highest standard of education, the most informed curriculum and a nation-wide campus footprint, Endeavour is Australia's largest provider of Higher Education to the complementary medicine sector.
\r\nThey provide Bachelor of Health Science degrees in Naturopathy, Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine, Acupuncture and Myotherapy, and an Honours Program in these disciplines, as well as a fully online Bachelor of Complementary Medicine.
\r\nAt Endeavour College of Natural Health (formerly known as the Australian College of Natural Medicine) they're committed to the future and success of Natural Health both in Australia and internationally.
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Full Time Average
Weekly Wage$1,250 to $1,530 Earnings for full-time employees before tax.
The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.Full Time/Part Time
Split49%51% This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.
The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.Currently Employed
Workers5,400 The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.
It includes both full-time and part-time workers.Future Job Openings
Next Five Years< 5k An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.
It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.Current
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Career Details
The ancient practice of Acupuncture, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has become a widely used treatment option in Australia. Acupuncture stimulates specific points on the body in order to regulate the flow of Qi (Vital energy) to balance the functions of the body, mind and spirit and restore health.
Acupuncturists require a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks May Include:
- assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing
- developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies
- evaluating and documenting patients' progress through treatment plans
- providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines
- prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body's capacity for self-healing
About Endeavour College of Natural Health
Providing the highest standard of education, the most informed curriculum and a nation-wide campus footprint, Endeavour is Australia's largest provider of Higher Education to the complementary medicine sector.
They provide Bachelor of Health Science degrees in Naturopathy, Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine, Acupuncture and Myotherapy, and an Honours Program in these disciplines, as well as a fully online Bachelor of Complementary Medicine.
At Endeavour College of Natural Health (formerly known as the Australian College of Natural Medicine) they're committed to the future and success of Natural Health both in Australia and internationally.
Find out more
Check out the Good Universities Guide for more information on careers and the courses that can help get you there.
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