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Welcome to AACP

The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists [AACP] is a Clinical Interest Group [CIG] of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy [CSP]. Its principal aim is the integration of Acupuncture into Physiotherapy Practice for the treatment of pain and systemic illness.

Key Objectives

The AACP is a progressive, dynamic, "member centred" organisation aiming to:-

  • Ensure safe, effective intervention for the benefit of the patient
  • Ensure that all members are fully informed and have the tools to offer safe, effective Acupuncture to the required standard supported by AACP and CSP
  • Support and encourage clinical and educational development of members
  • Provide an integrated evidence base for the clinical effectiveness of Acupuncture within Physiotherapy
  • Define and maintain standards of Acupuncture Education that will enhance Physiotherapy practice and clinical management
  • Raise the profile of Acupuncture within Physiotherapy
  • Facilitate access to high educational standards in Acupuncture Training courses
  • Assist patients to find Physiotherapists using Acupuncture from its membership
  • Influence the health care agenda for the benefit of the patient
  • Identify, accommodate and meet the diverse needs of the membership.
 

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[4/2/2010]

Announcements

AACP membership breaks 6000 barrier 

AACP membership has now topped 6000, with a 15% increase over the past year. Join Now

 

Research Conference
BAcC is holding a Research Symposium.

 

Members' Area
Members should Log in regularly for information & services only available to members.

 

Find a Practitioner
There are more than 6000 Physiotherapists within AACP, working in the NHS and private practice.  AACP maintains a register of Acupuncture practitioners and you can find Acupuncturists by using the Practitioner Search facility.

 

Can Acupuncture Help?
Please click on What is Acupuncture? on the menu.

 

Acupuncture Training
AACP accredits Acupuncture training courses and tutors. Details of AACP approved Acupuncture courses and tutors are found under Training on the menu.

 

[14/12/2009]

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