Q. Does NESA's program immediately provide hands-on training?

A. Yes. At NESA, you will receive practical experience from the moment you begin the program. Theoretical and practical components of the program are taught simultaneously, enabling you to apply your theoretical knowledge right away.

Q. Are the faculty comprised of experienced practitioners?

A. Yes. Many acupuncture and Oriental medicine faculty members at NESA have numerous years of experience as acupuncture and/or Chinese herbal medicine practitioners. Our teaching assistants are graduates of Oriental medicine schools, not senior students. Western science courses are taught by qualified faculty.

Q. What is the student-teacher ratio?

A. In all our practical classes, there is one teaching assistant for every 6 to 8 students, in addition to the class instructor. This enables us to provide our students a great deal of one-on-one attention.

Q. What is a NESA student's school schedule?

A. Students can expect to be in classes 3-4 days per week until they begin their internships in which they can expect a 5 day commitment. Courses are offered at various times in the day and evening during each required term: fall (15 weeks), spring (15 weeks), and summer (12 weeks).

Q. How many hours can I expect to study each week?

A. You can expect to study for approximately 2 hours outside of the classroom for each hour that is spent in the classroom. Full time students are in class approximately 16 hrs/week.

Q. Can I work while attending NESA?

A. Yes. Many students who attend the program full-time work part-time.

Q. Do I need to have a strong science background to attend NESA?

A. No. NESA students come from many different backgrounds: music, the arts, financial services, social services, management, etc.

Q. What are the introductory science courses?

Q. Can I apply to NESA if I do not have any science courses completed and will that adversely affect my chances of being admitted?

A. You do not need any science courses completed to apply to NESA. An admission decision will be based on your qualifications as an applicant, not the number of science courses taken.

Q. Where can I take the introductory science courses and what are the course requirements?

A. You can take these courses at NESA or at an institution recognized by the US Department of Education. All courses must each be equal to 45 hours (3 credits) with a grade of a “C” (70%) or above earned. NESA offers at least four science courses each term and you do not need to be enrolled at NESA to take these courses.

Q. How do I register for the introductory science courses at NESA?

A. Please call NESA to request an “Introductory Science Course Registration Form”.