To gain admission to the Academy, applicants require two years of university education or equivalent, a sincere interest in Chinese medicine and the healing arts, and proficiency in oral and written English to the Grade 12 level. Students who have English as a second language may be required to provide evidence of proficiency in English and the financial resources to complete the program. Preference is given to full-time applicants. Part-time applicants will be considered if there is space.

For Admission: A completed application form (including a personal essay of approximately 1,000 words); complete official transcripts of secondary and post-secondary education sent directly to us from all institutes attended; relevant non-formal education documentation; up to date résumé; two letters of recommendation (sent directly to ACOS); a traditional Chinese medicine, western, or naturopathic doctor's statement of health; and a non-refundable application fee of $100.00 Canadian dollars (cheques are payable to A.C.O.S.) are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.